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The New Z83 Form: 5 Mistakes That Will Get Your Application Rejected Immediately

4 September 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

The New Z83 Form: 5 Mistakes That Will Get Your Application Rejected Immediately

Let me be honest with you for a moment. If you have been applying for government jobs in South Africa and keep getting rejected without even an interview, it is not always about your qualifications or your experience. Sometimes it is about one small thing: the Z83 form. Many people still do not realise that the new Z83 form has strict rules, and if you make certain mistakes, your application will be thrown out before anyone even looks at your CV.

I have seen qualified people with degrees, diplomas, and years of experience lose opportunities because of simple errors on this form. Some used old versions, some left sections blank, some forgot to sign, and some sent their applications to the wrong place. These are not complicated mistakes, but they are costly. In this blog, I want to walk you through the five biggest mistakes that will get your application rejected immediately, so you can avoid them and give yourself a real chance.

Mistake 1: Using an Outdated Version of the Z83 Form

This is the number one reason applications get rejected. The Z83 form was updated in 2021, and any version before that is no longer accepted by government departments. Yet many people still download old forms from random websites, reuse forms they saved years ago, or get forms from friends who applied long ago. When HR receives an application with an old form, they do not even open the CV. It is automatically disqualified.

Always download the new Z83 form directly from the official DPSA website (dpsa.gov.za) or from the specific department’s careers page for each vacancy. Do not trust third-party sites, do not trust forwarded PDFs, and do not assume the form you used last year is still valid. Check the version every time. This one step alone can save you from months of wasted effort.

Mistake 2: Leaving Sections Blank Instead of Writing “N/A”

Another common mistake is leaving sections empty. The Z83 form requires every section to be completed, even if it does not apply to you. For example, if you do not have a disability, you do not leave that section blank. You write “N/A” (not applicable). If you do not have previous government employment, you still write “N/A.” Blank sections make your form look incomplete, and incomplete forms are rejected.

I once spoke to a young graduate who applied for an admin post three times and never heard back. When we checked her form, we saw several blank fields. She thought they did not matter because they were not relevant. But to HR, blank means incomplete. After she filled every section properly, using “N/A” where needed, she finally got shortlisted. Small details matter.

Mistake 3: Incorrect or Missing Reference Number

Every government job advert comes with a unique reference number. This number tells HR which vacancy you are applying for. If you leave it out, copy it incorrectly, or use the wrong one, your application cannot be matched to the correct post. It may end up in the wrong file or be treated as invalid.

Always copy the reference number exactly as it appears in the advert. Double-check it before you submit. If the advert says “Ref: DHET 15/2026,” do not shorten it to “15/2026” or write “DHET 2026.” Use the full reference. This is not just a formality. It is how your application is tracked and processed.

Mistake 4: Not Signing the Declaration or Initialing Every Page

The Z83 form has a declaration section that must be signed and dated by hand. An unsigned form is automatically invalid. Some people forget to sign, some use digital signatures, and some sign but forget to initial every page. Government departments do not accept electronic signatures. You must print the form, sign it in black ink, initial each page, and then scan or submit it.

I have seen applications rejected because the candidate signed but forgot to date. Others were rejected because they used blue ink instead of black. These may sound like small things, but in government recruitment, rules are rules. Treat the declaration seriously. Sign, date, and initial properly.

Mistake 5: Submitting After the Closing Date or to the Wrong Department

Late applications are almost never accepted, no matter the reason. If the advert says applications close on 30 September, submitting on 1 October means your application will not be considered. Some people blame internet problems, courier delays, or personal emergencies, but HR cannot make exceptions. The closing date is final.

Another related mistake is sending your application to the wrong department or email address. Each advert specifies exactly where applications must be sent. If you send it elsewhere, it may never reach the right HR office. Always check the advert carefully. Note the closing date, the submission method (email, hand delivery, or post), and the exact address or email. Submit early, not at the last minute.

Why These Mistakes Matter More Than You Think

You may wonder why government departments are so strict about these details. The reason is simple: they receive thousands of applications for each vacancy. HR cannot manually check every CV in depth at the first stage. They use the Z83 form as a screening tool. If your form is incomplete, outdated, or incorrect, it is easier to reject it than to follow up.

This does not mean your qualifications do not matter. It means your application must first pass the administrative check before your skills are even considered. Think of the Z83 as the gatekeeper. If you do not get through the gate, nobody sees what you can do.

How to Avoid These Mistakes

Here is a simple checklist you can use before submitting any government job application:

Download the latest Z83 form from dpsa.gov.za or the department’s official careers or HERE
Fill every section completely. Use “N/A” where something does not apply
Copy the reference number exactly from the advert
Sign and date the declaration in black ink. Initial every page
Submit before the closing date and to the correct address or email
Attach only what is requested. Under current rules, you usually submit the Z83 and a detailed CV at the initial stage. Certified copies are only required if you are shortlisted

Final Words

If you want to succeed in getting a government job in South Africa, you must treat the Z83 form with the seriousness it deserves. It is not just another document. It is the first impression you make on HR. Many people lose opportunities not because they are unqualified, but because they are careless with this form.

Take your time. Read the instructions. Check every section. Sign properly. Submit on time. If you avoid these five mistakes, you will already be ahead of many other applicants. And remember, the new Z83 form is your gateway. If you handle it correctly, you give yourself a real chance to be shortlisted, interviewed, and eventually hired.

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Here Is What You Need To Know About The Difference Between Old And New Z83 Form

31 August 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

If you’ve ever tried to apply for a government job, an internship, or a learnership in South Africa, chances are someone has told you “just fill in the Z83 form.” Sounds simple enough, right? Except then you go online, you Google it, and suddenly you’re staring at two or three different versions of what’s supposed to be the same form. One is old and the other looks sleeker, has more boxes to tick, and asks you things the old one never did. Now you’re sitting there wondering: which one do I actually use? And more importantly, will using the wrong one cost me the job before a human even reads my CV?

This is the exact confusion this post is here to clear up. We’re going to walk through, in plain language, exactly what changed between the old Z83 and the new Z83 form, why the change happened in the first place, and what it means for you as a young South African chasing your first real opportunity, whether that’s an internship, a learnership, or a full graduate position inside the public service. By the end of this, you won’t just know the difference – you’ll understand it well enough to explain it to your friend who’s also job hunting.

First Things First: What Even Is The Z83?

Before we compare old versus new Z83 form, let’s back up for a second, because not everyone reading this grew up with a parent who worked in government or had a career counsellor walk them through this stuff.

The Z83 form is officially called the “Application for Employment” form. It is the standard form used across almost every national and provincial government department in South Africa whenever they advertise a vacancy. Whether it’s a cleaner’s post at a rural clinic or a director’s post at head office in Pretoria, the very first document the hiring panel looks at is your Z83. Not your CV. Not your qualifications. The Z83 comes first, and it sets the tone for everything else in your application.

Think of it like the bouncer at the door of a club. Your CV, your certificates, your ID copy; those are all the good stuff you brought to the party. But if the bouncer at the door doesn’t like your outfit (in this case, an incomplete or incorrect Z83), you’re not even getting past reception, no matter how impressive the rest of your application is.

This is why so many capable young people, people who are genuinely qualified and would do a fantastic job, get knocked out in the very first round. Not because they weren’t good enough for the position, but because they didn’t fill in a form correctly, or worse, they used the wrong version of that form entirely.

So Why Did The Z83 Even Change?

For years, the old Z83 form did the job it needed to do. It collected your basic details, your work history, your references, and asked you to declare a few things about criminal records and previous public service employment. It wasn’t a bad form. But the Department of Public Service and Administration, commonly known as the DPSA, decided it needed an update, and there were a few honest reasons behind that.

Public service hiring in South Africa has, for a long time, faced criticism around transparency. There have been cases of people being appointed to positions despite undisclosed conflicts of interest, undisclosed business dealings with the state, or hidden disciplinary history from previous government jobs. The old form simply didn’t dig deep enough into these areas. So the DPSA gazetted a new, more detailed version of the Z83, and this new form officially came into effect on 1 January 2021, after being approved and published in the Government Gazette on 6 November 2020.

That’s actually the exact document you referenced; the editable, approved new Z83 form as gazetted on 6 November 2020. It’s the version every government department in the country is legally required to use today. If you’ve been sent a link to that PDF, congratulations, you already have the correct, current form in your hands.

The Real Differences: Old Z83 Versus New Z83

Now let’s get into the meat of it. What actually changed between the two versions? This is where a lot of blog posts online get a little vague, so let’s be specific.

1. A Much Deeper Dive Into Personal Information

The old form asked for your basic personal details, the kind of thing you’d expect: your name, ID number, contact details, race and gender for employment equity purposes, and whether you had a disability. The new form kept all of that, but it expanded significantly on the questions around your history and your integrity as a potential public servant.

On the new form, under Section B, “Personal Information,” you’re now required to answer a whole series of yes-or-no questions that weren’t nearly as prominent, or in some cases didn’t exist at all, on the older version. These include:

Whether you’ve ever been convicted or found guilty of a criminal offence, including an admission of guilt
Whether you have a pending criminal case against you
Whether you’ve ever been dismissed for misconduct from the Public Service specifically
Whether you have a pending disciplinary case against you
Whether you resigned from a job while disciplinary proceedings were pending against you
Whether you’ve ever been discharged or retired from the Public Service on grounds of ill health, or on condition that you cannot be reappointed
Whether you are conducting business with the State, or are a director of a company that does business with the State

That last point about business interests is a big one, and it’s really at the heart of why the form changed. The new Z83 wants to know upfront if you, or a company you’re linked to, might have a conflict of interest with the very department you’re applying to work for. If the answer is yes, you’re also asked whether you’d be willing to immediately relinquish those business interests if you’re appointed.

2. A Formal Declaration You Physically Sign And Initial

The old form had a signature section too, but the new form makes a much bigger deal out of it, and for good reason. Every page of the new Z83 must be initialed by you, and the form now includes a clear, formal declaration statement at the very end that reads something close to: “I declare that all the information provided, including any attachments, is complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false information provided will result in my application being disqualified, or disciplinary action being taken against me if I am appointed.”

This might sound like just legal wording, but treat it seriously. If you tick “No” to a question about a pending disciplinary case and it later comes out that you weren’t honest, this isn’t just a case of your application being thrown out. If you were already appointed by the time it comes to light, that declaration is what allows the department to take disciplinary action against you, or even terminate your employment. Young job seekers sometimes think of the Z83 as “just admin,” a box-ticking exercise standing between them and the real interview. It isn’t. Treat it with the same seriousness you’d treat a legal contract, because in many ways, that’s exactly what it is.

3. Formal Qualifications Section Now Wants More Structure

Under the old form, your education history was often squeezed into a fairly small, generic section. The new form, under Section E, “Formal Qualification,” specifically asks you to list your qualifications from highest to lowest, along with the name of the school or technical college, the qualification obtained, and the year you obtained it. It also now includes a separate line asking about your current study, meaning the institution and qualification you’re currently working toward, even if you haven’t finished it yet.

This matters a lot for young people, particularly matriculants and current students. If you’re still studying toward a diploma or degree, don’t leave that blank just because you haven’t graduated yet. The new form specifically gives you space to show that you’re currently building your qualifications, which can genuinely work in your favour for internships and learnerships aimed at students and recent graduates.

4. Certification Of Documents: A Small Change That Makes A Big Difference

Here’s one of the more practical differences, and it’s one that trips a lot of people up. Under the old system, in a lot of cases, applicants were expected to send in certified copies of their ID, qualifications, and other supporting documents right from the very first application.

The new Z83 changed the rhythm of this slightly. The special notes on the current form state that departments must accept certified documents that accompany the application with certification that is up to six months old, unless the specific advert says otherwise. In practice, what this generally means for you is that once you are shortlisted, you’ll typically be asked to bring or submit certified original copies of your documents at that stage, so the certification stays fresh and relevant closer to the point of actual verification.

The lesson here isn’t “don’t worry about certified copies.” The lesson is: read the specific advert carefully every single time, because government departments can and do specify exactly what they want attached at the point of application versus what they want later. Never assume. The Z83 gives general guidance, but the individual vacancy advert is where the department tells you exactly what they expect from you for that particular post.

5. Layout, Structure, And Length

Purely on a visual level, if you place the old and new forms side by side, the new one is noticeably more structured. It’s broken into clearly labeled sections from A through G:

Section A covers the advertised post itself — the position, the department, and the reference number
Section B covers your personal information, including all those integrity-related questions we covered above
Section C covers your contact details and preferred medium of communication
Section D covers your proficiency in South African official languages
Section E covers your formal qualifications
Section F covers your work experience, and specifically instructs you to also attach a detailed CV
Section G covers your references

This letter-by-letter structure isn’t just for looks. It makes it much easier for HR officials to scan through hundreds, sometimes thousands, of applications and quickly locate exactly the information they need. It also makes it easier for you, the applicant, to double check that you haven’t accidentally skipped a section, because each one is clearly boxed off and labelled.

Why Using The Old Form Can Cost You The Job

Let’s talk honestly for a second, because this is the part that matters most if you’re currently job hunting.

Since 1 January 2021, the old Z83 form has not been valid for any government vacancy. If you download an old copy from some random website, fill it in perfectly, attach a beautiful CV, and submit it for a position, in most departments that application will be disqualified automatically, often before a single human being even reads your qualifications. It doesn’t matter how strong your matric results were, how relevant your diploma is, or how much experience you’ve picked up through volunteering or part-time work. If the form itself is outdated, the system, or the HR official doing the initial sort, is very likely to set it aside.

This is genuinely heartbreaking when you think about it, because it means young people who are otherwise perfectly capable are losing out on life-changing opportunities over something as fixable as downloading the correct PDF. So here’s the golden rule, and it’s worth repeating because it really is that important: always download your Z83 form fresh, directly from the official DPSA website, every single time you apply. Don’t reuse a copy you saved on your laptop three months ago. Don’t trust a random blog’s attached PDF without checking it against the official source first. Government forms can be updated, and the only way to be one hundred percent sure you have the right one is to go straight to the source.

The version currently required is the one gazetted on 6 November 2020, effective from 1 January 2021, and it’s the exact document available on this link.

Bookmark that link. Better yet, screenshot it and save it somewhere you’ll actually find it again, because you’re going to need it more than once during your job search.

Practical Tips For Filling In The New Z83 Correctly

Knowing the differences is one thing. Actually filling the form in correctly is where a lot of young applicants still stumble, so let’s go through some practical, no-nonsense advice.

Read every single question properly, even the awkward ones. Some of the questions about criminal records, disciplinary history, and business interests might feel uncomfortable or irrelevant to you as a young first-time applicant. Answer them honestly anyway. If none of it applies to you, simply mark “No” where appropriate. Leaving sections blank because you assumed they didn’t apply to you is one of the fastest ways to get disqualified for an “incomplete application.”

Use “N/A” instead of leaving spaces blank. If a section genuinely doesn’t apply to your situation, for example if you don’t have a professional registration number because your field doesn’t require one, write “N/A” rather than leaving it empty. An empty box can look like you skipped the question by accident, while “N/A” tells the reader you saw it and it simply isn’t relevant to you.

Match your details to your ID exactly. The special notes on the form itself are clear about this: your personal details must correspond with the details in your ID or passport. Don’t shorten your name, don’t use a nickname, don’t guess at your ID number. Small mismatches cause unnecessary confusion and delays.

Attach a proper CV, always. Section F specifically instructs applicants to also attach a detailed CV alongside the work experience section of the form. Your Z83 is not a replacement for a CV, and your CV is not a replacement for the Z83. They work together. Make sure your CV is up to date, clearly laid out, and actually matches the information you’ve written on the form. Nothing looks worse to a hiring panel than a Z83 and a CV that seem to be describing two different people.

Sign it. Initial it. Every page. This sounds almost too obvious to mention, but it’s one of the most common reasons applications get thrown out. The form itself warns you plainly: failure to sign this form may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Before you submit anything, physically check that you have signed the declaration and initialed every page where required.

Double check the reference number. Section A asks for the reference number exactly as it appears in the advertised vacancy. Copy this carefully. If you’re applying for multiple positions at once, which many young job seekers understandably do, it’s very easy to accidentally paste the wrong reference number into the wrong form. Slow down and check this every time.

Save a fresh copy for every application. Because the form asks for details specific to the post you’re applying for, such as the position title, department, and reference number, you genuinely need a new, freshly downloaded and freshly filled Z83 for every single application. Don’t try to reuse and edit an old one carelessly, because it’s very easy to leave outdated information behind by mistake.

What This Means Specifically For Internships And Learnerships

A lot of the young people reading this aren’t necessarily chasing a full-time permanent government post just yet. Many of you are looking at internships, learnerships, or graduate development programmes as your entry point into the working world, and it’s worth knowing that the Z83 requirement generally applies here too, especially for opportunities advertised directly through government departments and public entities.

This is actually good news in one particular way: the new Z83’s expanded qualifications section, including the line for your current study, was clearly designed with students and recent graduates in mind. If you’re partway through a qualification, this form gives you a legitimate, structured space to show that off, rather than leaving you to awkwardly squeeze it into a generic “education” box the way some older forms did.

That said, always read the specific internship or learnership advert carefully. Some public entities and state-owned enterprises use their own internal application forms instead of the Z83, particularly for internship programmes that fall slightly outside standard Public Service Act appointments. When in doubt, check the advert for exactly which form is required, and if a Z83 is mentioned, you now know exactly which version to use and how to fill it in properly.

A Quick Word On Confidence

If you’re new to this whole process, it’s easy to feel intimidated by government forms in general. They can feel formal, a bit cold, and full of legal-sounding language that doesn’t match how any of us actually talk day to day. That’s completely normal. But once you understand the logic behind the Z83, and specifically why the new version asks what it asks, it stops feeling like a mysterious obstacle and starts feeling like exactly what it is: a straightforward checklist that, when completed properly, puts you on equal footing with every other applicant.

The playing field really is level here. A well-prepared young applicant with matric and some volunteer experience, who fills in the current Z83 correctly, attaches a clean CV, and submits before the closing date, stands just as strong a chance in that first screening round as someone with years of experience who happens to make a careless mistake on their form. Don’t let nerves or unfamiliarity talk you out of applying for something you’re genuinely interested in. Prepare properly, and the form stops being a barrier and starts being just another step you know how to handle.

Quick Recap: Old Z83 Versus New Z83

Let’s bring it all together in one simple summary, because sometimes it helps to see it laid out plainly after all that detail:

The new Z83 became effective on 1 January 2021, following its gazetting on 6 November 2020, and it is the only version accepted by government departments today.
The old Z83 is no longer valid anywhere in the public service, and using it will very likely get your application disqualified before it’s even properly reviewed.
The new form asks far more detailed integrity-related questions, covering criminal records, pending cases, previous Public Service dismissals, disciplinary history, and business interests with the State.
The new form requires a signed, formal declaration and initials on every page, with clear consequences spelled out for dishonest answers.
The qualifications section now includes space for current studies, which is particularly relevant for students and recent graduates applying for internships and learnerships.
Certified copies of supporting documents are typically requested once you’re shortlisted rather than always upfront, though you should always follow the specific advert’s instructions.
The overall structure is now clearly divided into labelled sections from A to G, making it easier to complete accurately and easier for HR officials to review quickly.

Final Thoughts

Filling in a government job application form might not feel like the most exciting part of chasing your career, but it’s genuinely one of the most important. Every year, thousands of young South Africans miss out on real opportunities, not because they weren’t capable, but because of small, avoidable mistakes on a form that, once you understand it, really isn’t that complicated.

Take the time to download the correct, current Z83 form directly from the DPSA every time you apply, read every question properly, answer honestly, attach a strong CV, sign where you need to sign, and submit before the closing date. Do that consistently, and you’ve already put yourself ahead of a large number of other applicants who won’t bother getting these basics right.

You’ve got this. Go get that opportunity.

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Transnet is Hiring Three(3) Regional Security Ops Specialists MP, NW & FS

29 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: MP, NW, FS

Closing Date: 08 August 2026

Transnet is Hiring Three(3) Regional Security Ops Specialists MP, NW & FS

The closing date is on 05/08/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

Position Purpose

Specialize and manage the security operations in the designated region of responsibility across the Transnet Pipeline to facilitate the eradication/ reduction of the wide spectrum security related breaches (thefts, sabotage, vandalism, etc.), protect assets and mitigate against actual and potential threats. Accountable for the day-to-day operational planning, deployment and delivery oversight, interacting with security suppliers to ensure service delivery, reduction of incidents and apprehension & conviction of criminals. To give effect to the operational security strategy, plan, policy, standards, guidelines, and procedures aligned to likely risks.

Position Outputs

At an operational and functional level: Aligning to the national security strategy, the role is accountable for the performance of the Transnet Pipeline security at a regional level. Responsible for supplier performance (Understand the regional deployment plan whilst ensuring that the Security Service Provider (SSP) Area Manager has executed on the plan accordingly. Specify the suppliers & levels to depict the importance of this position) across all functions at a regional level Perform the management function over designated Security Service Provider and security equipment.

Contracts manage the Security service providers operating in the specific region inclusive of recorded/minute weekly and monthly SLA meetings Data management and recording of all events in the area of responsibility and drafting the necessary daily, weekly and monthly reports to a designated Transnet Pipelines official Perform stakeholder management and liaison in accordance with a specified schedule and plan. Responsible to achieve the performance outputs and targets.

• Accountable for the oversight and delivery of the operational plan. • Oversight of resource & asset deployment planning (resource needs). • Resource balancing (Resource prioritizing). • Point of contact and interaction for regional security services. • Day to day on the ground problem solving & solution development. • Day to day operations integration and supplier performance. •Provide intelligence & insights based on day-to-day operations •Integration between TPL functions and agencies at an operational level • Plan & oversee joint operations deployments. • Tracking and managing day to day supplier performance. • Succession planning. •Fulfillment of the plan. •Oversight of assets & resources. • Supplier performance monitoring. • The incumbent will be required manage additional provinces as and when required based on operational requirement.

Develop training programs for internal or external role players to raise awareness and knowledge on a range of topics related to specialised security services to mitigate organised crime (Tampering with Critical Infrastructure). Such training programs may include, but are not limited to the theft of Product, the existence of an illicit market in the Republic of South Africa and neighbouring countries and will be delivered utilising various mediums as required. Compile focused project and operational security plans to address illegal or suspected illegal trading in Transnet Pipelines’ stolen assets and fuel stolen in transit).

Critically review project plans, operational plans and activities to ensure that TPL’s specialised security objectives are being delivered through the actions proposed in the most effective & efficient manner. Submit monthly and weekly progress reports on the 1st day of each month/week indicating the tasks to be executed and associated task allocations. The progress report will, in addition, stipulate the deliverables that were not achieved, reasons for non-achievement, lessons learnt and the plan for delivery of outstanding requirements.
Submit a structured bi-monthly report to Transnet Pipelines on tasks executed during the month, resource utilisation breakdown that specifies tasks and hours spent during the execution thereof. In addition, it will include effects-based report on: • Operations deployment and planning • Provision of info relating to arrests effected, case status, assets seized, watching briefs, upcoming court appearances suspects & as witnesses to avail evidence; matters under investigation and convictions, • Security analytical reporting & predictive intelligence • Security threat/vulnerability identification and risk mitigation • Security detection and prevention • Security activation, response and recovery • Security integrated operations • Special Security Operations on critical target.

Perform command and control functions over own integrated capability. A permanent member of the PROVINCIAL OPERATIONAL COMMAND CENTRE (POCC) which is attended by the Provincial heads (SAPS Colonel) of the various Govt Sector Security agencies within the region and chaired at the level of a SAPS Brigadier. Work closely with security agencies within the region to identify, quantify and assess security threats to TPL’s business operations and to implement appropriate and sustainable proactive and reactive mitigation measures. Manage the security skill pool across the various disciplines within this portfolio, ensuring that security is being managed properly across the region’s Pipeline Security infrastructure.

Manage Security Service Providers in accordance with relevant requirements, controls and developed communication management plan. Analyse relevant governance principles, policies, and internal control to develop action plans for ensuring compliance. Engage in the development of security related crisis and business continuity plans and provide specialist security advice when required. Work within approved regional budget, monitor the expenditure against the budget and ensure that spending occurs within the budget to deliver on strategic outputs in line with budget prescripts.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications, Experience & Inherent Job Requirements: • National Diploma in Security Management • or related discipline (Policing/ Criminology/ Criminal Justice/Leadership Training) • PSIRA Grade A registered • Minimum 5 -8 years’ experience in a Security Operations/Infrastructure Management environment of which 3 of those years must be at a supervisory level. • Advantage if two of these years must be within the private/ public sector organization. • Firearm Training certificate from Firearm Training Provider or Safety and Security Sector Education Training Authority (SASSETA). • Requirement of Trust and Honesty in the handling of Finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19 • Must be willing to undergo Lifestyle Audit Standard Job Requirements: • Driver’s license code 08 • Travel as required and approved • Work shifts and flexi hours • Will be required manage additional provinces as and when required based on operational requirement • Consistent engagement with internal and external stakeholders • Attendance to various forums and meetings • Managing team • Good communication and interpersonal skills

Competencies

• Knowledge of analysing crime trends, planning and resource deployment aligned thereto • Knowledge of integrated security operations • Knowledge of Critical Infrastructure Protection Act 8, of 2019 and National Key Points • Knowledge of Firearm Control Act • Knowledge of land, air and rail security aspects • Report writing skills • Computer literacy • Experience in supplier management and oversight • Direct experience or experience in the following specific fields of security is recommended: • Physical security • Personnel security • Document security • Communication security • Security Investigations and operations • Prior security general management • Prior security training experience • Discretion and ability to keep information Secret

Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

HOW TO APPLY

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

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Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) is Hiring for a Driver – R201 093 Per Annum

27 July 202627 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Head Office, Pretoria

Closing Date: 07 Aug 2026

Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) is Hiring for a Driver – R201 093 Per Annum

Requirements: Grade 10 and a valid driver’s licence

Skills and Knowledge

computer literacy. Communication skills (verbal and written). Creativity and innovation. Interpersonal skills, Knowledge of Public Service Act, Public Service, Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the executive authority’s portfolio, working knowledge of the political and parliamentary processes in South Africa

Duties

Collect and deliver documents, Transport employees in the office of the Deputy Minister and guests and special advisors of the Deputy Minister, Maintain knowledge on the policies and procedures that applies in the work environment. Render a general support function in the office of the Deputy Minister.

Notes To Applicants

Applicants must be submitted via DMPR E-Recruitment System accessible using the following link https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov. za. Applications must create a user profile by completing all required personal information and setting up your login credential on DMPR E-Recruitment System. Once registration is complete and logged in to the system, you may browse all vacant positions.

NOTE: All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

About The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) South Africa

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) in South Africa is the national government body responsible for overseeing the country’s mining, minerals, and petroleum sectors. It manages policy development, resource regulation, and mine health and safety. You can explore more on the Official DMPR Website.

Core Responsibilities

Mineral Regulation: Administers prospecting rights, mining rights, and environmental compliance under the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA).
Petroleum and Hydrocarbons: Oversees liquid fuels, gas, coal, and energy planning through its specialized branches.
Mine Health and Safety: Enforces safety rules and standards across all operational mines in South Africa via the Inspectorate of Mines.
Policy Development: Creates sustainable frameworks to encourage economic growth, transformation, and job creation in the mining sector.

HOW TO APPLY

Click Here to Apply

Enquiries: Ms. N Ndebele 012 4443159

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Road Traffic Infringement Authority is Hiring for a Communication, Public Awareness & Education Officer Earning R413 001 Per Annum

24 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: South Africa

Closing Date: 03 August 2026

Road Traffic Infringement Authority is Hiring for a Communication, Public Awareness & Education Officer Earning R413 001 Per Annum

Minimum Educational Requirements: *Matric (NQF 4) + 3 years National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent
qualification in communication. *A Degree (NQF 7) qualification in Communications will be an added
advantage.

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Requirements: At least 2 years’ experience in publications production and/or communications role, ideally within the government sector Experience of writing and editing for
different audiences. * Working knowledge and understanding of the communications environment, policies,
knowledge and understanding of government communication. *• In-depth knowledge of directing advertising communications and other related working experience. *Advanced knowledge of the AARTO Act, National Road Traffic Act and any other legislation and regulations impacting on road traffic.

Required Competencies: *Interpersonal skills. *Writing and presentation skills. *Analytical skills.
*Organisational skills. *Administration skills. *Good record keeping. *Fraud awareness. *Report writing skills.
*Communication skills. *Investigation skills. *Databases and/or spreadsheets. * Problem solving and
analysis. *Negotiating and influencing skills. *Planning and analysis.

Duties: Facilitate and implement public awareness plans: *Effectively implement RTIA’s public awareness strategy. *Organize and facilitate specific public awareness campaigns and promotional events from conception through to completion. *Consult with advertising agencies or staff to arrange promotional campaigns in all types of media for products, organizations, or individuals.

*Study the objectives, promotional policies, or needs of RTIA to develop public relations strategies that will
influence public opinion or promote ideas, products, or services. *Develop communication of informational
programs to maintain favorable public perceptions of RTIA’s services. *Confer with production or support
personnel to produce or coordinate production of advertisements or promotion. * Monitor RTIA ‘s website.

Coordinate all campaigns to promote RTIA’s programmes:

Assist in the planning and development of campaign strategies for RTIA’s key campaigns.
Analyze the target market in order to develop advertising material that will attract appropriate attention.
Coordinate the distribution of generic materials for branches.
Research and collect information useful to RTIA’s campaigns and effectively share relevant information with a range of audiences including colleagues, supporters, politicians, and policy makers.
Comply to branding protocols and policies of the Agency.
Manage awareness campaigns as per the overall public awareness strategy.*Ensures the delivery of impactful and successful campaigns, including organizing campaigning activities.
*Work with the Media Liaison Specialist to get high. profile media attention for campaigns.
*Deliver campaigns within budget lines.
*Support and process customer surveys.
*Advertising: *Conceptualize advertising. * Advertising: *facilitate appropriate placement of adverts.
*Compile print, broadcast and new advertising campaigns.
Monitor the impact of advertising.
Initiate contacts with networks and media in order to maintain awareness.
Promote RTIA in an appropriate manner at public events and meetings.
Help grow the profile of RTIA through campaigning work.
Keep up to date with campaigning trends and the development of campaigning tools.– Monitor the
impact of events and produce reports.
*Provide on a quarterly basis relevant report.

HOW TO APPLY

Enquiries: Ms Allison Shingange – (087) 287 7993. Mr Mzwakhe Mhlanga – (011) 763 1103
Correspondence will only be with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from the Agency in three (3)
months from the date of closure, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Recommended
candidates will be subjected to the Agency’s mandatory background checks, security clearance and
qualification verification processes.

To apply please submit a letter of application, recent curriculum vitae as well as certified copies of
qualifications and identity document. Applications must be addressed to: cc1fxv@apply.simplify.hr
Please note that late applications and those without all the relevant supporting documents as
prescribed above will not be considered.

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Department of Correctional Services is Hiring Educationists English and Maths + Other 3 Similar Jobs – R375 270 Per Annum

PG Group is Looking for Truck Driver with Code 10 or Higher Valid Driver’s Licence with PrDP

13 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: LP, ZA

Closing Date: Not Specified

PG Group is Looking for Truck Driver with Code 10 or Higher Valid Driver’s Licence with PrDP

PG Building Glass is Southern Africa’s leading distributor of float, mirror and PG SmartGlass® products. Solutions supplied include glass that keeps out intruders, sound, heat, ultraviolet light and cold as well as glass that comes in a wide range of decorative finishes, colours, patterns, and images.

Main job purpose

To deliver glass to and from customers in the most efficient possible way and to the highest quality standard of service daily and accurate recording of various paper requirements.

Main Objective

Good understanding of road workings in your area of delivery.
Vehicle must be regularly maintained and always clean inside and out.
Complete daily trip sheets accurately and honestly.
Complete quality check sheets while Loading.
Daily monitoring of vehicle and immediately report faults.
The ability to establish a good working relationship with people at all levels inside and outside the company
Must be honest and trustworthy.
Ability to work in a demanding, fast pace and pressurised working environment.
Must have high physical and mental energy levels.
Follow all works instructions, standard operating procedures and business rules.
Adhere to environmental, safety and housekeeping standards, as well as rules of the road.
Willing to work overtime, weekends and shift rotation when required.
Ensure that you Load and offload in a safe manner at all times.
Ensure that all paperwork is completed neatly and accurately.
You are required to assist in loading material onto the vehicle before leaving the premises for delivery.
Any other task requested by the Factory Services Manager to be carried out to the best of your ability.

Critical job requirements

Qualification(s)

Grade 12.
Code 10 or higher valid driver’s licence with PrDP.

Attributes

Self motivating and independent starter.
High energy to work in a fast pace environment.
Ability to work under pressure.
Complete today’s work today.

Skills

Excellent Communication.
Excellent interpersonal skills – effective in handling and interacting with customers.
Proven analytical and numerical skills.

Experience

Experience in handling and moving of dangerous goods.
Experience in handling various types of glass products.
Knowledge and understanding and reading of drawings and production orders.
Necessary experience in glass handling and quality control.
At least 2 years driving experience would be an advantage.

PG Group, and its subsidiaries, are committed to the principles of employment equity and as such are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants who apply for any vacancies will be considered with due consideration based on of fairness and equity. Factors such as race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability are not consider exclusively and are not determinative of any appointments made by PG Group or its subsidiaries.

HOW TO APPLY

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Work as a Receptionist at The Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)

6 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Durban

Closing Date: 22 July 2026

Introduction: Work as a Receptionist at The Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)

The Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA), a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: Receptionist – Durban

Job description

Core Purpose:

The position entails the following job responsibilities:

Greet and attend to visitors, students and staff
Receive and transfer calls within the organisation
Perform a variety of administrative functions and assist in the coordination of various events
Distribute mail within MANCOSA as and when required
Assist with student queries and guide walk-ins
Perform adhoc job-related duties as assigned
Inventory Control for SOE and BCL

Minimum requirements

Qualification:

An office admin certificate or equivalent

Experience:

Minimum one year experience

Job Related Knowledge and Skills:

Brand and product knowledge
MS Office Suite
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Professional communication skills (Verbal and Non-verbal)

Competencies:

Responsible and Accountable
Confident and Proactive
Ability to network and communicate eloquently

General

Must be able to work during weekends and when requested.

About MANCOSA South Africa

MANCOSA (Management College of Southern Africa) is a premier private higher education institution established in 1995. Headquartered in Durban, it offers accessible and accredited management, business, and administrative programs ranging from higher certificates to MBAs designed for working professionals across the SADC region.

HOW TO APPLY

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Various Matric Jobs at Pick n Pay Gauteng – Checkout Assistants And Many More

Clover is Hiring Seven(7) Merchandisers who can Speak Fluent English

6 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Matroosfontien, Western Cape

Closing Date: 09 July 2026

Job Summary: Clover is Hiring Seven(7) Merchandisers who can Speak Fluent English

Service specific stores by maintaining stock levels and minimizing returns and claims. Candidates must reside in Cape Town and preference will be given to those candidates in the Western Cape area. Pack shelves in terms of the Store Flow as indicated by the AM and apply basic merchandising rules.

Requirements

Grade 12
Business English: Fluent
Work shifts/weekends/public holidays

Competencies

Ability to influence.
Proactive and action orientated.
Acts with honesty and consistency.
Collaborate with others to achieve a common objective.
Interpersonal effectiveness
Commitment and motivation
Communicates effectively.
Customer orientated.

Duties and Responsibilities

Control and order stock

Apply correct stock control measures in-store and in back-up where Clover stock is handled.
Control, minimize and write up returns according to store work plan.
Avoid out of stock situations at all times and report to AM if it occurs.
Place accurate and timeous order according to the ordering tempo.
Always ensure clean and neat products on the shelf.
Ensure proper crate and equipment control at the store according to company policy.
Establish and maintain good business relationship with store management, AM, HO, Customers, and fellow Merchandisers always.

Apply correct shelve control in terms of indicated store and shelve plans.

Pack shelves in terms of the Store Flow as indicated by the AM and apply basic merchandising rules.
Ensure that the fridge is properly maintained at all times.
Maintain indicated shelf set in terms of the provided plans or generic shelf set.
Maintain PI label per product at all times.
Put point of sale material up at allocated position and maintain at all times.
Maintain relevant administration.
Exploit all opportunities in store to enhance the presence of products on the shelf.

Establish and maintain good business relationships.

Manage relationships with store management, AM, HO, Customers, and fellow Merchandiser at all times.

About Clover South Africa

Clover South Africa is the largest dairy and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company in Africa. Founded in 1898 in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands as a small dairy co-op, it has grown into a massive enterprise offering a wide portfolio of milk, yoghurts, desserts, fruit juices, bottled water, and olive oil.Clover operates 15 production facilities across the region and employs thousands of South Africans. Following a takeover by Milco and the Central Bottling Company, the company was delisted from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

HOW TO APPLY

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Various Matric Jobs at Pick n Pay Gauteng – Checkout Assistants And Many More

4 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Gauteng

Closing Date: 31 October 2026

Available Jobs: Checkout Assistant , Shelfpacker Wine, Shelfpacker Groceries, Shelfpacker General Merchandise, Shelfpacker Perishables, Shelfpacker Clothing , Warehouse/Stockroom Assistant, Service Area Assistant Bakery, Service Area Assistant Butchery, Service Area Assistant Deli, Service Area Assistant Fruit & Veg ,Service Area Assistant Cheese, Production Assistant , Blockman

Various Matric Jobs at Pick n Pay Gauteng – Checkout Assistants And Many More

Implement a standard greeting protocol, Provide assistance by knowing product locations, features, and benefits, Establish a clear process for addressing customer complaints including escalating issues when necessary, Follow a standard procedure for stocking shelves, ensuring products are properly displayed and rotated, Maintain a clean and organized store environment and organizing merchandise displays, Establish clear communication protocols for interacting with customers, colleagues, and management, Benefits of Standard Operating Procedures, Ensures all assistants perform tasks in a similar manner, leading to a more consistent customer experience.

Requirements

-Grade 12
-Hard working and able to work shopping mall hours
-Able to work under pressure
– Passion for retail
– Proficient in English

Area: Fleurhof , Riverlea, Orlando East, Noordgesig, Dobsonville, Meadowlands, Florida

Assertive and able to communicate effectively
Align with Pick N Pay values
Self-motivated and own development driven mindset
Good Service Orientation
Good Interpersonal skills and a Team player
Customer centric
Outstanding customer care skills, the ability to interact and communicate with customer.
Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
Merchandise products according to laid down standards
Check quality, rotate stock, remove expired stock
Prevent wastage/ shrinkage/damages
Check temperatures/maintain the cold chain (if applicable)
Maintain hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards (floor and back-up)
Check correct pricing e.g. labels – Adhere to and maintain security procedures

About Pick n Pay South Africa

Pick n Pay, founded by Raymond Ackerman in 1967, is South Africa’s second-largest supermarket chain. Currently led by CEO Sean Summers, the company operates the core Pick n Pay brand along with the highly profitable discount chain Boxer.The company has navigated major financial challenges, prompting a major restructuring plan that includes closing underperforming stores. To fund the turnaround of the core brand, the group sold a significant stake in Boxer, raising billions in capital while maintaining majority control.

HOW TO APPLY

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Department of Home Affairs is Hiring Twenty(20) Hospital Clerks Earning R237453 – R279708 Per Year

3 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Different Provinces

Closing Date: 10 July 2026

Requirements: Department of Home Affairs is Hiring Twenty(20) Hospital Clerks Earning R237453 – R279708 Per Year

Grade 12 as recognised by SAQA. • An NQF Level 5 qualification as recognised by SAQA, and / or DHA Qualification: Home Affairs Services (NQF level 5). • Understanding of all departmental legislation and prescripts. • Basic Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework. • Basic knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. • Adhere to Standards Operating Procedures for registration of birth and death. • A valid drivers’ license

Skills and Competencies

Planning and Organising. • Attention to detail. • Communication skills. • Analytical skills. Problem solving skills. • Financial administration. • Clerical and administration. • Multitask. • Teamwork. • Record and time management. • Professionalism. • Proven Client Focus and Orientation. • Computer Literacy. • Patriotism, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability.

Duties

The successful candidates will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: • Render birth registration services to clients. • Receive notice of birth and relevant supporting documents. • Complete DHA 24. • Perform online verification of informant or take full set of fingerprints when online verifications are not available. • Capture application on the National Population Register. • Submit application for quality assurance to supervisor. • Confirm informant’s details. • Print birth certificate. • Sign and issue birth certificate as delegated. • The informant signs the register to acknowledge receipt of the birth certificate. • Record and maintain a birth occurrence vs. registered births register. • Record and register of foreign birth occurrences register. • Provide death registration services to clients. • Ensure good governance, risk and compliance. • Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit.

Below are the locations:

Eastern Cape: Large Office: Gqeberha Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4a (1 Post)
Eastern Cape: Large Office: Lusikisiki Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4b (1 Post)
Free State: Medium Office: Bloemfontein Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4c (2 Posts)
Gauteng: Coronation Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4d (1 Post)
Gauteng: Temba Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4e (1 Post)
Gauteng: Medium Office: Brakpan Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4f (1 Post)
Kwa-Zulu Natal: Dundee Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4g (1 Post)
Kwa-Zulu Natal: Prospecton Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4h (1 Post)
Limpopo: WF Knobel Hospital Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4i (1 Post)
Limpopo: Louis Trichard Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4j (1 Post)
Limpopo: Medium Office: Bochum Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4k (1 Post)
Mpumalanga: Embuleni Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4l (1 Post)
Mpumalanga: Volksrust Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4m (1 Post)
North West: Taung Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4n (1 Post)
North West: Itsoseng Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4o (1 Post)
Northern Cape: Upington Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4p (1 Post)
Northern Cape: Jan Kempdorp Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4q (1 Post)
Western Cape: Medium Office: Wynberg Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4r (1 Post)
Western Cape: Medium Office: Cares Ref No: HRMC 41/26/4s (1 Post)

About The Department of Home Affairs South Africa

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is the custodian of identity, civil status, and lawful migration in South Africa. Under Minister Dr. Leon Schreiber, the department manages the National Population Register, issues civic documents (IDs, passports, and certificates), and oversees border control and visas.

HOW TO APPLY

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