The South African Police Service is urgently hiring general workers for 2026, giving you a chance to start a stable career right now.
What the opportunity is
SAPS has released a range of entry‑level positions under DPSA Circular 23 of 2026. The posts are:
- Cleaner
- Food Service Aid
- Garden Worker
- Messenger
All roles are based in various SAPS offices, academies and operational sites across the country. The annual salary for every post is R144 024 (Level 02).
Who can apply (requirements)
- South African citizen – bring proof on interview day.
- Minimum qualification: ABET Level 4 / Grade 9 / Standard 7 / NQF Level 1 (SAQA recognised).
- Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
- Proficient in English and at least one other official language.
- Willingness to work extended hours when required.
- Ability to demonstrate competence in the core functions of the chosen post.
What you gain
- Secure, government‑paid employment.
- Hands‑on experience in cleaning, catering, gardening or mail handling.
- Opportunity to develop workplace discipline and OHS awareness.
- Potential pathway to other SAPS roles in the future.
How to apply (step‑by‑step)
- Download the Z83 Form – 2021 version from the DPSA website.
- Fill in the form completely. Use the exact post title, post number and reference number for the vacancy you want.
- Attach a current Curriculum Vitae.
- Prepare a separate Z83 form for each post you wish to apply for.
- Send the application to the correct physical address or e‑mail address shown in the “Application Addresses and Emails” table below.
- Make sure the whole package arrives **before 17 July 2026 at 16:00**.
Click here to apply for SAPS General Worker Vacancies 2026
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check the reference number and post number – a wrong number leads to rejection.
- Include clear copies of your ID, proof of qualification and any relevant certificates.
- Write a concise CV that highlights cleaning, food service, gardening or messenger experience.
- Proofread the Z83 form for spelling or data entry errors.
- Send your application by a method you can track (registered post or a read‑receipt e‑mail).
- Prepare for a short interview by reviewing basic OHS and equipment handling procedures.
Available vacancies
Cleaner – 12 posts (Human Resource Development)
- Post Number: 23/314 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Locations & reference numbers:
- SAPS Academy Mankwe – Ref HRD 100/06/2026 – 2 posts
- SAPS Academy Atteridgeville – Ref HRD 101/06/2026 – 1 post
- SAPS Academy Bhisho – Ref HRD 104/06/2026 – 2 posts
- SAPS Academy Bishop Lavis – Ref HRD 107/06/2026 – 1 post
- SAPS Academy Graaff‑Reinet – Ref HRD 110/06/2026 – 1 post
- SAPS Academy Mthatha – Ref HRD 113/06/2026 – 1 post
- SAPS Academy Oudtshoorn – Ref HRD 116/06/2026 – 1 post
- SAPS Academy Philippi – Ref HRD 118/06/2026 – 1 post
- SAPS Academy Tshwane – Ref HRD 120/06/2026 – 1 post
- SAPS Academy Ulundi – Ref HRD 123/06/2026 – 1 post
Food Service Aid – 13 posts (Human Resource Development)
- Post Number: 23/315 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Locations & reference numbers:
- SAPS Academy Benoni – Ref HRD 102/06/2026 – 2 posts
- SAPS Academy Bhisho – Ref HRD 105/06/2026 – 2 posts
- SAPS Academy Bishop Lavis – Ref HRD 108/06/2026 – 2 posts
- SAPS Academy Graaff‑Reinet – Ref HRD 111/06/2026 – 2 posts
- SAPS Academy Mthatha – Ref HRD 114/06/2026 – 1 post
- SAPS Academy Tshwane – Ref HRD 121/06/2026 – 3 posts
- SAPS Academy Ulundi – Ref HRD 124/06/2026 – 1 post
Cleaner – 12 posts (Crime Intelligence)
- Post Number: 23/316 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Locations & reference numbers:
- Erasmuskloof – Ref CI/HO/25/2026 – 4 posts
- Suncardia – Ref CI/HO/26/2026 – 1 post
- Bloemfontein – Ref CI/FS/27/2026 – 2 posts
- Johannesburg, Newtown – Ref CI/GP/28/2026 – 1 post
- Durban – Ref CI/KZN/29/2026 – 2 posts
- Potchefstroom – Ref CI/NW/30/2026 – 2 posts
Cleaner – 7 posts (Human Resource Management, Pretoria)
- Post Number: 23/317 – Ref HRM 35/2026 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Centre: Pretoria
Cleaner – 16 posts (Public Order Policing / Operational Response Services / Border Policing)
- Post Number: 23/318 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Centres & reference numbers:
- Rustenburg POP – Ref ORS67/2026
- Bloemhof POP – Ref ORS68/2026
- Head Office Pretoria, Maupa Naga – Ref ORS69/2026
- Queenstown POP – Ref ORS70/2026
- Sasolburg POP – Ref ORS71/2026
- Harrismith POP – Ref ORS72/2026
- Hazyview POP – Ref ORS73/2026
- Pienaar POP – Ref ORS74/2026
- Giyani POP – Ref ORS75/2026
- Lephalale POP – Ref ORS76/2026
- Pietermaritzburg POP – Ref ORS77/2026
- Durban POP – Ref ORS78/2026
- Cape Town POP – Ref ORS79/2026
- OR Tambo International Airport – Ref ORS80/2026
- Special Tasks Force Operations, Pretoria – Ref ORS81/2026
- Mobile Operations Bon Accord, Pretoria – Ref ORS82/2026
- Wonderboom Airport, Pretoria – Ref ORS83/2026
- National Heliport, Pretoria West – Ref ORS84/2026
- National Heliport Technical Services – Ref ORS85/2026
- Support Services Auxiliary Services, Pretoria – Ref ORS86/2026
- National Operational Coordination, Pretoria West – Ref ORS87/2026
Garden Worker – 1 post (Public Order Policing)
- Post Number: 23/319 – Ref ORS88/2026 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Centre: Cape Town, Faure POP, Western Cape
Messenger – 1 post (Operational Response Services)
- Post Number: 23/320 – Ref ORS89/2026 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Centre: Maupa Naga, Pretoria
Garden Worker – 2 posts (Operational Response Services)
- Post Number: 23/321 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Centres & reference numbers:
- Durban Harbour K9, Salmon Grove – Ref ORS90/2026 – 1 post
- National Intervention Unit, Bon Accord, Pretoria – Ref ORS91/2026 – 1 post
Cleaners – 19 posts (Detective and Forensic Services)
- Post Number: 23/322 – Salary R144 024, Level 02
- Centres & reference numbers:
- National Head Office, Arcadia, Pretoria – Ref FS 49/2026
- Butterworth LCRC, Eastern Cape – Ref FS 50/2026
- Robert Sobukwe LCRC, Eastern Cape – Ref FS 51/2026
- Klerksdorp LCRC, North West – Ref FS 52/2026
- Upington LCRC, Northern Cape – Ref FS 53/2026
- Kroonstad LCRC, Free State – Ref FS 54/2026
- Lephalale LCRC, Limpopo – Ref FS 55/2026
- Cape Town, Western Cape – Ref FS 56/2026
- KwaMhlanga LCRC, Mpumalanga – Ref FS 57/2026
- Lydenburg LCRC, Mpumalanga – Ref FS 58/2026
- Lyttelton LCRC, Gauteng – Ref FS 59/2026
- KwaMashu, Durban – Ref FS 60/2026
- Silverton, Pretoria – Ref FS 61/2026 – 2 posts
- Gqeberha, Eastern Cape – Ref FS 62/2026
- Plattekloof, Western Cape – Ref FS 63/2026 – 2 posts
- Mayville, KwaZulu‑Natal – Ref FS 64/2026 – 2 posts
Application addresses and e‑mail contacts
- Human Resource Development: Shorburg Building, 429 Helen Joseph Street, Pretoria – Email: hagenn@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Tshwane: 1 Rebecca Street, Pretoria West – Email: traincoladmin@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Bishop Lavis: 100 Myrtle Street, Bishop Lavis – Email: blahhrm@saps.gov.za / bishoplavis.sec@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Philippi: 55 New Eisleben Road, Philippi – Email: SwartlandE@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Bhisho: R63 Konga Road, Bhisho – Email: MfenguXC@saps.gov.za / MdlankomoM@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Mthatha: No. 1 Vukuzana Street, Police Camp Area, Mthatha – Email: DalindyeboT@saps.gov.za / DalasaM@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Graaff‑Reinet: 22 College Road, Robert Sobukwe – Email: MeyerU@saps.gov.za / DeyselZ@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Ulundi: Ingulube Street, Unit A, Ulundi – Email: MhlunguS@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Benoni: 36 Hospital Road, Northmead, Benoni – Email: theronjl@saps.gov.za
- SAPS Academy Mankwe: R510 Rustenburg to Northam Road, Mogwase – Email: KatjediMA@saps.gov.za
- Crime Intelligence Head Office: No. 463 Prieska Road, Erasmuskloof – Email: recruitment1@saps.gov.za / recruitment2@saps.gov.za
- Human Resource Management, Pretoria: Koedoe Building, 236 Pretorius Street, Corner Thabo Sehume & Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade – Email: MotsepaTebogo@saps.gov.za / LibanyanaNR@saps.gov.za
- Operational Response Services, Limpopo: No. 105 Hans van Rensburg Street, Polokwane – Email: olckersC@saps.gov.za
- Detective and Forensic Services: Private Bag X322, Pretoria – Hand Delivery: Corner Beckett & Pretorius Street, Strelitzia Building, Arcadia – Email: MohlalaM2@saps.gov.za
Closing date
The deadline for all applications is 17 July 2026 at 16:00. Submit your Z83 form and CV before this time to be considered.
Final thoughts
This is a realistic entry point into a respected public‑service career. Follow the steps, keep your application tidy, and apply early. Good luck!
