South African Police Service (SAPS) Vacancies 2026: Apply for Various Support Staff Posts

SAPS

The South African Police Service (SAPS) invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for various support staff vacancies available at different divisions and locations across South Africa. The advertised positions include Driver, Security Officer, Security Guard, Messenger, Food Service Aid and Cleaner. These opportunities are open to applicants who meet the minimum requirements and are committed to supporting the effective delivery of policing services.

Successful candidates will be appointed to various SAPS offices and operational environments where they will contribute to the daily functioning of the organisation. Depending on the position, duties may include transport services, access control, security operations, document delivery, food service support or maintaining clean and hygienic workplaces. Applicants should carefully review the requirements, reference numbers and centres before submitting an application.

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 application form together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) before the closing date. Each application must clearly indicate the relevant reference number, and a separate application must be submitted for every position applied for. Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements and follow the application instructions will be considered during the selection process.

Available Positions
  • Driver
  • Security Officer
  • Security Guard
  • Messenger
  • Food Service Aid
  • Cleaner
Available Provinces
  • Gauteng
  • Western Cape
  • KwaZulu-Natal
  • Free State
  • North West
  • Limpopo
  • Northern Cape

Successful candidates will be appointed to various SAPS divisions and offices to support the delivery of essential services. Applicants should carefully review the position requirements, reference numbers, salary levels, and duty stations before submitting an application. Each application must be submitted separately for the desired post and must reach the relevant office before the closing date.

Position: Driver
Number of Posts: 3
Reference Number: PPS 08/2026
Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
Centre: Pretoria

Position: Driver
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: PPS 09/2026
Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
Centre: Cape Town

Position: Driver
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: PPS 10/2026
Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
Centre: Durban

Position: Security Officer
Number of Posts: 2
Reference Number: VP E32/2026
Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
Centre: Midcity Building, Arcadia, Pretoria

Position: Security Officer
Number of Posts: 3
Reference Number: VP E33/2026
Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
Centre: Central Firearm Register, Pretoria Central

Position: Security Guard
Number of Posts: 5
Reference Number: TMS 23/2026
Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
Centre: SAPS Head Office, Pretoria

Position: Messenger
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: IA34/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: SAPS Head Office, Pretoria

Position: Messenger
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: CS 06/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Pretoria

Position: Messenger
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: LS15/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: SAPS Head Office, Pretoria

Position: Food Service Aid
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: FMS 21/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Pretoria

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: IA35/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Free State

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: IA36/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: North West

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: CR01/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Pretoria

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: CR02/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Western Cape

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: CR03/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Northern Cape

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: CR04/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: North West

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: CR05/06/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: KwaZulu-Natal

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: LS14/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: SAPS Head Office, Pretoria

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 4
Reference Number: TMS 24/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: SAPS Head Office, Pretoria

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 3
Reference Number: AUX/10/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: SAPS Head Office, Pretoria

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 2
Reference Number: VP E34/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Midcity Building, Pretoria

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: VP E35/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Rapid Rail Police, Gauteng North and Limpopo (Silverton)

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: VP E36/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Rapid Rail Police, Retreat Corridor, Western Cape

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: VP E37/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Rapid Rail Police, Bellville Corridor, Western Cape

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 2
Reference Number: VP E38/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Veterinary Services, Roodeplaat

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: VP E39/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: K9 and Mounted Services, Atteridgeville, Pretoria West

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 3
Reference Number: PPS 11/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Pretoria

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 1
Reference Number: PPS 12/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: Cape Town

Position: Cleaner
Number of Posts: 3
Reference Number: DET 17/2026
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 2)
Centre: SAPS Head Office, Pretoria

Driver
Requirements
  • Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification).
  • A valid Code B (EB) driver’s licence.
  • At least two years of driving experience.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and independently.
  • No previous criminal convictions or pending criminal cases.
  • Willingness to work extended hours when required.
Duties
  • Transport SAPS officials, documents and equipment safely to various destinations.
  • Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report defects.
  • Keep vehicles clean, roadworthy and properly maintained.
  • Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks and trip records.
  • Ensure compliance with road traffic regulations and SAPS transport policies.
  • Perform other transport-related duties as assigned.

Security Officer
Requirements
  • Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification).
  • Registration with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA), minimum Grade C.
  • Relevant security experience will be an added advantage.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Physically fit and able to perform security-related duties.
  • Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
  • No previous criminal convictions or pending criminal cases.
Duties
  • Protect SAPS buildings, employees, visitors and government property.
  • Control access to SAPS premises.
  • Conduct security patrols and monitor security risks.
  • Respond to security incidents and emergencies.
  • Report security breaches and suspicious activities.
  • Ensure compliance with security procedures and regulations.

Security Guard
Requirements
  • Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification).
  • Valid PSIRA registration, minimum Grade C.
  • Knowledge of access control procedures and security operations.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
  • No previous criminal convictions or pending criminal cases.
Duties
  • Guard SAPS facilities against theft, vandalism and unauthorized access.
  • Monitor entrances and exits.
  • Conduct routine patrols of buildings and surrounding areas.
  • Check visitors and vehicles entering or leaving the premises.
  • Report incidents, hazards and security concerns.
  • Assist during emergencies and evacuations.

Messenger
Requirements
  • Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification).
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Knowledge of registry and messenger services will be an added advantage.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • No previous criminal convictions or pending criminal cases.
Duties
  • Collect and deliver mail, files and official documents.
  • Distribute correspondence to relevant offices.
  • Maintain records of incoming and outgoing documents.
  • Assist with registry and administrative support functions.
  • Ensure confidential documents are handled securely.
  • Perform other messenger-related duties as required.

Food Service Aid
Requirements
  • Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification).
  • Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene.
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness in food preparation areas.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Willingness to work shifts when required.
  • No previous criminal convictions or pending criminal cases.
Duties
  • Assist with food preparation and serving meals.
  • Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment.
  • Clean kitchens, dining areas and food preparation surfaces.
  • Store food supplies according to health and safety standards.
  • Support cooks and kitchen staff with daily operations.
  • Maintain hygiene and sanitation in accordance with food safety regulations.

Cleaner
Requirements
  • Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification).
  • Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment, products and methods.
  • Ability to maintain a clean and hygienic working environment.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Physically fit to perform cleaning duties.
  • No previous criminal convictions or pending criminal cases.
Duties
  • Clean offices, corridors, restrooms and other designated areas.
  • Sweep, mop, vacuum and polish floors.
  • Dust furniture, equipment and office surfaces.
  • Empty waste bins and dispose of refuse properly.
  • Replenish cleaning materials and restroom supplies.
  • Report maintenance issues and damaged equipment to supervisors.
  • Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic working environment at all times.
Closing Date

Applications must be submitted no later than 10 July 2026 at 16:00. Late applications will not be accepted or considered.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 Application Form (2021 version), available from the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA), together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The correct post title and reference number must be clearly indicated on the application form. A separate application must be submitted for each position applied for.

DRIVER (PPS 08/2026) – Pretoria (3 Posts)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: Private Bag X272, Pretoria, 0002 OR 3 Troye and Park Street, Protection Service, Maupa Naga Building, Sunnyside, 0002
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

DRIVER (PPS 09/2026) – Cape Town (1 Post)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: 121 Garmour House, Plein Street, Cape Town, 8001
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

DRIVER (PPS 10/2026) – Durban (1 Post)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: 446 Vusi Mzimela Road, Cato Manor, 4058
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

SECURITY OFFICER (VP E32/2026) – Midcity Building, Pretoria (2 Posts)
How to Apply: Hand deliver or email
Address: Midcity Building, 540 Pretorius Street, Arcadia, 0007. Postal: PO Box 12, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

SECURITY OFFICER (VP E33/2026) – Central Firearm Register, Pretoria (3 Posts)
How to Apply: Hand deliver or email
Address: Midcity Building, 540 Pretorius Street, Arcadia, 0007. Postal: PO Box 12, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

SECURITY GUARD (TMS 23/2026) – Head Office, Pretoria (5 Posts)
How to Apply: Hand deliver or email
Address: Office No. PPS 138/143, 1234 Tulbagh Park Building, Cnr. Stanza Bopape (Church) and Jan Shoba (Duncan) Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria
Email: [email protected]

MESSENGER (IA34/06/2026) – Head Office, Pretoria (1 Post)
How to Apply: Hand deliver or email
Address: Reception, SAPS National Head Office, 231 Pretorius Street, Wachthuis Building, Pretoria
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

MESSENGER (CS 06/06/2026) – Pretoria (1 Post)
How to Apply: Hand deliver, post, or email
Address: 152 Johannes Ramakhoase Street, Telkom Towers North, Pretoria (deposit in box at reception). Postal: The Section Head: Corporate Support, South African Police Service, Private Bag X94, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected]

MESSENGER (LS15/2026) – Head Office, Pretoria (1 Post)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: 231 Pretorius Street, Wachthuis Building, SAPS National Head Office, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

FOOD SERVICE AID (FMS 21/2026) – Pretoria (1 Post)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: Reception, SAPS Head Office, 231 Pretorius Street, Wachthuis Building, Pretoria. Postal: Private Bag X94, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected]

CLEANER (IA35/06/2026) – Free State (1 Post)
CLEANER (IA36/06/2026) – North West (1 Post)
How to Apply: Hand deliver or email
Address: Reception, SAPS National Head Office, 231 Pretorius Street, Wachthuis Building, Pretoria
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

CLEANER (CR01–CR05/06/2026) – Pretoria, Western Cape, Northern Cape, North West, KwaZulu-Natal (1 Post each)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: No. 463 Prieska Street, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, 0001. Postal: Private Bag X94, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / MahwaiN@saps.gov.za

CLEANER (LS14/2026) – Head Office, Pretoria (1 Post)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: 231 Pretorius Street, Wachthuis Building, SAPS National Head Office, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

CLEANER (TMS 24/2026) – Head Office, Pretoria (4 Posts)
How to Apply: Hand deliver or email
Address: Office No. PPS 138/143, 1234 Tulbagh Park Building, Cnr. Stanza Bopape (Church) and Jan Shoba (Duncan) Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria
Email: [email protected]

CLEANER (AUX/10/2026) – Head Office, Pretoria (3 Posts)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: 231 Pretorius Street, Wachthuis Building, Pretoria, 0001. Postal: Private Bag X94, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected]

CLEANER (VP E34/2026) – Midcity Building, Pretoria (2 Posts)
CLEANER (VP E35/2026) – Rapid Rail Police, Silverton (1 Post)
CLEANER (VP E36/2026) – Rapid Rail Police, Retreat Corridor, Western Cape (1 Post)
CLEANER (VP E37/2026) – Rapid Rail Police, Bellville Corridor, Western Cape (1 Post)
CLEANER (VP E38/2026) – Veterinary Services, Roodeplaat (2 Posts)
CLEANER (VP E39/2026) – K9 and Mounted Services, Atteridgeville (1 Post)
How to Apply: Hand deliver or email
Address: Midcity Building, 540 Pretorius Street, Arcadia, 0007. Postal: PO Box 12, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

CLEANER (PPS 11/2026) – Pretoria (3 Posts)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: Private Bag X272, Pretoria, 0002 OR 3 Troye and Park Street, Protection Service, Maupa Naga Building, Sunnyside, 0002
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

CLEANER (PPS 12/2026) – Cape Town (1 Post)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: 121 Garmour House, Plein Street, Cape Town, 8001
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

CLEANER (DET 17/2026) – Head Office, Pretoria (3 Posts)
How to Apply: Post, hand deliver, or email
Address: Reception, SAPS Head Office, 237 Pretorius Street, Wachthuis Building, Pretoria. Postal: Private Bag X302, Pretoria, 0001
Email: [email protected]

Note

Applications must be submitted on a Z83 Form (2021 version), obtainable from http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp , which must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.

Applications must be submitted using the new Z83 Application Form (2021 version), which is available from the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) website. A completed Z83 form must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applicants must clearly indicate the correct post title and reference number on the application form and submit a separate application for each position they wish to apply for.

It is the responsibility of every applicant to ensure that the application reaches the correct physical address before the closing date. Applications sent to the wrong address or received after the closing date will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to present original copies of their South African Identity Document, Senior Certificate, educational qualifications, service certificates from previous employers indicating the occupation held, and a valid driver’s licence where applicable. All qualifications and driver’s licences will be verified with the relevant institutions.

Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions, pending criminal cases or pending departmental cases. Candidates will be required to consent to fingerprint verification and background checks. A full security clearance process may be conducted before or during employment.

The selection process may include security screening, fingerprint verification, reference checks, address verification, personal interviews, practical assessments to evaluate technical and generic competencies, and an integrity assessment to determine ethical conduct.

Appointments to certain positions are subject to screening in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No. 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No. 38 of 2005). Candidates listed on the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register will not be considered for appointment.

Applicants are expected to disclose whether they are respondents in an interim or final protection order issued under the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act No. 116 of 1998) or the Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No. 17 of 2011). Such disclosures may affect eligibility for appointment.

In accordance with the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, 2013 (Act No. 37 of 2013), all successful candidates appointed to the South African Police Service from 31 January 2015 onwards must provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample for the development of a forensic DNA profile. The DNA profile will be loaded onto the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database.

Appointments will be made in accordance with the Public Service Act, 1994 (Act No. 103 of 1994). Persons who accepted severance packages, early retirement or medical retirement from the Public Service, as well as persons with previous criminal convictions, are not eligible for appointment.

The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting representivity in the Public Service. Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment will improve representivity.

The South African Police Service reserves the right not to fill any advertised post. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. If no communication is received within three months after the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.

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