The South African Police Service (SAPS) invites suitably qualified South African job seekers to apply for 14 entry-level vacancies in 2026, including General Worker, Driver, Administration Clerk, Secretary, Human Resource Clerk and Supply Chain Clerk positions.
These government job opportunities are available in Gauteng, Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal, with minimum qualifications ranging from Grade 10 to Grade 12.
Applicants interested in the General Worker positions do not need previous work experience, while the Driver positions require at least two years of relevant experience and a valid driver’s licence with a Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
Successful applicants will earn salaries ranging from R144 024 to R237 453 per annum, depending on the position.
Vacancy Application Closing Date: 20 November 2026 at 16:00
Vacancy Location: Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban, South Africa
Available SAPS Entry-Level Vacancies 2026
The South African Police Service has advertised the following 14 positions under DPSA Vacancy Circular 40 of 2026.
| Position | Number of Posts | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| General Worker | 2 | R144 024 |
| Driver | 5 | R170 226 |
| Administration Clerk | 2 | R237 453 |
| Secretary | 3 | R237 453 |
| Human Resource Clerk | 1 | R237 453 |
| Supply Chain Clerk | 1 | R237 453 |
| Total | 14 |
1. SAPS General Worker Vacancies 2026 (X2 Posts)
- Post Number: 40/126
- Reference Number: CCL 06/11/2026
- Component: Corporate Communication and Liaison: Heritage Service
- Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 10
- Experience: No experience required
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be South African citizens.
- Have Grade 10, Standard 8, NCV Level 2 or equivalent NQF Level 2 qualification recognised by SAQA.
- Be proficient in English and at least one other official language.
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.
- Have basic administrative skills.
- Be able to organise and distribute documents and parcels.
- Be reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
- Be willing to work extended hours when necessary.
- Have good time management and basic computer literacy skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful applicants will be responsible for:
- Collecting, sorting and delivering documents, files and parcels.
- Delivering items to departments, recipients and the Post Office.
- Assisting with photocopying, shredding and filing.
- Supporting registry services.
- Performing pre-trip vehicle inspections.
- Maintaining vehicle logbooks.
- Managing fuel cards and vouchers.
- Driving departmental vehicles safely as required.
- Performing general administrative support duties.
Enquiries: Captain NM Pretorius / Warrant Officer TB Tshabalala
Telephone: 082 778 3708 / 082 906 7372
Application Email: PretoriusK@saps.gov.za
2. SAPS Driver Vacancies 2026 (X5 Posts)
The South African Police Service is recruiting five Drivers within the Presidential Protection Service.
- Post Number: 40/125
- Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 03)
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 10
- Experience: At least two years of relevant experience
Available Driver Positions
| Location | Reference Number | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Pretoria, Gauteng | PPS 20/2026 | 2 |
| Cape Town, Western Cape | PPS 19/2026 | 2 |
| Durban, KwaZulu-Natal | PPS 21/2026 | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 10, Standard 8, NCV Level 2 or equivalent NQF Level 2 qualification.
- South African citizenship.
- At least two years of relevant driving experience.
- Valid driver’s licence for a light motor vehicle.
- Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
- Proficiency in English and another official South African language.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- High levels of integrity, reliability and punctuality.
- Willingness to work extended hours when necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Transporting personnel, vehicles and equipment.
- Ensuring proper maintenance of allocated state vehicles.
- Completing vehicle log sheets and monthly returns.
- Arranging servicing and repairs of vehicles.
- Maintaining the confidentiality of classified documents.
- Providing transport support to the Presidential Protection Service.
Driver Application Addresses
Pretoria – Reference PPS 20/2026
Applications must be posted or hand delivered to:
Presidential Protection Service
Maupa Naga Building
3 Troye and Park Street
Sunnyside, Pretoria, 0002
Postal Address:
Private Bag X272
Pretoria, 0002
Cape Town – Reference PPS 19/2026
121 Garmour House
Plein Street
Cape Town, 8001
Durban – Reference PPS 21/2026
446 Vusi Mzimela Road
Cato Manor
Durban, 4058
Important: Driver applications must be posted or hand delivered to the appropriate address. The advertisement does not provide an email application option for these Driver positions.
3. SAPS Administration Clerk Vacancies 2026 (X2 Posts)
Administration Clerk – Corporate Communication and Liaison
- Post Number: 40/118
- Reference Number: CCL 03/2026
- Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
- Location: Pretoria
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12, Senior Certificate or NCV Level 4.
- South African citizenship.
- Proficiency in English and one other official language.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Good communication and organisational skills.
- Strong administrative and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and extended hours.
Relevant courses in administration will be advantageous.
Duties:
- Provide administrative and logistical support.
- Maintain leave records, files and registers.
- Answer and screen incoming calls.
- Type reports, letters, minutes and agendas.
- Maintain confidential documents.
- Assist with budget and procurement administration.
- Prepare weekly reports.
- Support compliance with the PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
Application Email: MashiloaneK@saps.gov.za
Administration Clerk – Language Management
- Post Number: 40/119
- Reference Number: CCL 04/2026
- Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
- Location: Pretoria
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12, Senior Certificate or NCV Level 4.
- South African citizenship.
- Proficiency in English and another official language.
- Knowledge of relevant public service regulations.
- Computer literacy and communication skills.
- Strong planning, organisational and administrative abilities.
- Good interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Duties:
- Maintain records of incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Manage translation and interpreting requests.
- Maintain job cards.
- Compile monthly and quarterly reports.
- Assist with financial authorisations and requisitions.
- Maintain administrative records and filing systems.
Application Email: MashiloaneK@saps.gov.za
4. SAPS Secretary Vacancies 2026 (X3 Posts)
Secretary – Corporate Communication and Liaison
- Post Number: 40/120
- Reference Number: CCL 05/2026
- Salary: R237 453 per annum
- Location: Pretoria
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Duties:
- Provide secretarial and administrative support.
- Answer telephone calls and respond to enquiries.
- Prepare correspondence, reports and minutes.
- Manage diaries, meetings and appointments.
- Arrange workshops and conferences.
- Organise travel and accommodation.
- Maintain office filing systems.
- Receive visitors and provide reception services.
Application Email: MashiloaneK@saps.gov.za
Secretary – Presidential Protection Service: Physical Protection
- Post Number: 40/121
- Reference Number: PPS 15/2026
- Salary: R237 453 per annum
- Location: Pretoria
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Duties:
- Arrange and prepare meetings and agendas.
- Type documents and take minutes.
- Answer and screen telephone calls.
- Maintain records and filing systems.
- Process financial claims.
- Make travel arrangements.
- Manage diaries and appointments.
- Maintain office inventories.
- Protect confidential and classified documents.
Application Emails:
MnyalatyhoLL@saps.gov.za
SekwapeND@saps.gov.za
SibandeK@saps.gov.za
ModihaI@saps.gov.za
Secretary – Presidential Protection Service: Counter Assault Team
- Post Number: 40/122
- Reference Number: PPS 16/2026
- Salary: R237 453 per annum
- Location: Pretoria
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Duties:
- Provide secretarial support.
- Prepare meetings, agendas and minutes.
- Maintain filing systems.
- Process financial claims.
- Make travel and accommodation arrangements.
- Manage diaries and appointments.
- Receive and assist office visitors.
- Maintain office equipment and inventory.
- Protect confidential information.
Application Emails:
MnyalatyhoLL@saps.gov.za
SekwapeND@saps.gov.za
SibandeK@saps.gov.za
ModihaI@saps.gov.za
All three Secretary positions require South African citizenship, Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification, proficiency in English and another official language, computer literacy, communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Relevant courses will be an added advantage.
5. SAPS Human Resource Clerk Vacancy 2026 (X1 Post)
- Post Number: 40/123
- Reference Number: PPS 17/2026
- Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
- Location: Western Cape
- Component: Presidential Protection Service – Human Resource Management
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12, Senior Certificate or NCV Level 4.
- South African citizenship.
- Proficiency in English and one other official language.
- Computer literacy.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Planning, organisational and administrative skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and extended hours.
Relevant Human Resource Management or administrative courses will be an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate interventions relating to employee spiritual wellness.
- Submit reports to Presidential Protection Service Headquarters.
- Maintain accurate personnel information manually and electronically.
- Perform general Human Resource Management administrative duties.
- Maintain the confidentiality of classified documents.
Application Emails:
KamanaEN@saps.gov.za
TeyiseS@saps.gov.za
cpt-ppu@saps.gov.za
6. SAPS Supply Chain Clerk Vacancy 2026 (X1 Post)
- Post Number: 40/124
- Reference Number: PPS 18/2026
- Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
- Location: Pretoria
- Component: Presidential Protection Service – Supply Chain Management: Loss Management
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12, Senior Certificate or NCV Level 4.
- South African citizenship.
- Proficiency in English and another official language.
- Computer literacy.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and extended hours.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Register and administer loss and damage cases.
- Investigate cases to establish liability.
- Prepare submissions for writing off losses.
- Open and maintain loss management files.
- Compile reports for the accounting office.
- Perform general administrative duties.
- Maintain confidentiality of classified documents.
Application Emails:
MnyalatyhoLL@saps.gov.za
SekwapeND@saps.gov.za
SibandeK@saps.gov.za
ModihaI@saps.gov.za
Who Can Apply for SAPS Entry-Level Vacancies 2026?
The available SAPS vacancies cater for applicants with different qualifications.
| Qualification | Suitable Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Grade 10 | General Worker – no experience required |
| Grade 10 + driver’s licence + PDP | Driver – 2 years’ experience required |
| Grade 12 / NCV Level 4 | Administration Clerk |
| Grade 12 / NCV Level 4 | Secretary |
| Grade 12 / NCV Level 4 | Human Resource Clerk |
| Grade 12 / NCV Level 4 | Supply Chain Clerk |
The clerical and secretarial positions do not specify a compulsory minimum number of years of experience. Applicants must, however, demonstrate the relevant competencies and meet the other advertised requirements.
How to Apply for SAPS Entry-Level Vacancies 2026
Interested candidates must submit a completed Z83 Application for Employment Form (2021 version) and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Different SAPS positions have different application methods and addresses.
1. Apply for SAPS General Worker Vacancies 2026
Click here to apply for SAPS General Worker Vacancies 2026: PretoriusK@saps.gov.za
Reference Number: CCL 06/11/2026
Alternatively, applicants may hand deliver their applications to:
South African Police Service
152 Johannes Ramakhoase Street
Telkom Towers North
Pretoria
Applications must be deposited in the box available at reception.
Postal Address:
The Section Head: Corporate Support
Attention: Captain Pretorius / W/O Tshabalala
Corporate Support, South African Police Service
Private Bag X94
Pretoria, 0001
2. Apply for SAPS Driver Vacancies 2026
Click here to view the official SAPS Driver Vacancies 2026 advertisement: DPSA SAPS Vacancy Circular
Applicants must use the correct postal or hand-delivery address provided under the Driver positions above.
Use the appropriate reference number for Pretoria, Cape Town or Durban.
3. Apply for SAPS Administration Clerk and Secretary Vacancies 2026
Click here to apply for SAPS Administration Clerk and Secretary Vacancies 2026: MashiloaneK@saps.gov.za
This email applies to Posts 40/118, 40/119 and 40/120.
Hand delivery and postal applications may also be submitted to the Corporate Support addresses provided above.
4. Apply for SAPS Presidential Protection Service Vacancies 2026
For the Pretoria Secretary and Supply Chain Clerk posts:
Click here to apply for SAPS Presidential Protection Service Vacancies 2026: MnyalatyhoLL@saps.gov.za
For the Western Cape Human Resource Clerk post:
Click here to apply for SAPS Human Resource Clerk Vacancy 2026: KamanaEN@saps.gov.za
Applicants may use the other published email addresses listed under the relevant positions.
Required Documents for SAPS Applications
Applicants must submit:
- A completed Z83 Application for Employment Form (2021 version).
- An updated, comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- The correct post title and reference number.
Download the Z83 Form: DPSA Official Website
Applicants must complete a separate Z83 application form for every post they wish to apply for.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original identification and relevant qualification documents when requested.
Important Application Requirements
Applicants should note the following conditions:
- Applicants must be South African citizens.
- Candidates must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal or departmental cases.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo background and fingerprint checks.
- Qualifications and relevant driver’s licences will be verified.
- Shortlisted applicants may be subjected to security clearance.
- Candidates must undertake practical and integrity assessments.
- Applicants must use the correct application email or physical address.
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Applicants should ensure all submitted information is accurate.
- Successful candidates will be appointed in accordance with the Public Service Act.
The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
SAPS Vacancies 2026 Closing Date
Friday, 20 November 2026 at 16:00
All applications must reach the South African Police Service before the closing deadline.
These vacancies provide opportunities for Grade 10 and Matric applicants interested in civilian support careers within the SAPS, including general work, driving, office administration, secretarial services, human resources and supply chain management.
Official Advertisement
Click here to view SAPS Vacancies 2026 – DPSA Circular 40 of 2026