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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL DEFENCE FORCE 12/1/2020

SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL DEFENCE FORCE 12/1/2020

AIM n To give an overview of Career Opportunities in the South African National

AIM n To give an overview of Career Opportunities in the South African National Defence Force 12/1/2020 2

SCOPE n n n n MSDS Entry Requirements South African Army South African Air

SCOPE n n n n MSDS Entry Requirements South African Army South African Air Force South African Navy South African Military Health Services Chaplain Services Defence Reserves Questions 12/1/2020 3

MSDS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS n n n n Must be between the age of 18

MSDS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS n n n n Must be between the age of 18 -22 with only Gr 12 Must be between the age of 18 -26 with post Gr 12 qualification Must be a South African citizen Be preferably single Must not be area bound Must be medically fit No criminal offence 12/1/2020 4

GRADUATES MSDS PROCESS n n n Do not undergo psychometric evaluation Only medical examination,

GRADUATES MSDS PROCESS n n n Do not undergo psychometric evaluation Only medical examination, Finger prints and mustering interview Still undergo normal MSDS Programme: n n 12/1/2020 Basic Military Training Corps Training Same principles applies as for GR 12 when considered for CSS contract May be considered for officer training if the candidate meets the requirements 5

SA ARMY n Mechanised Infantry 12/1/2020 6

SA ARMY n Mechanised Infantry 12/1/2020 6

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES n The SA Army consist of the following careers: n COMBAT n.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES n The SA Army consist of the following careers: n COMBAT n. SA Infantry n. SA Artillery n. SA Air Defence Artillery n. SA Armour 12/1/2020 7

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES n COMBAT SUPPORT n. SA Engineer n. SA Intelligence n. SA Signal

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES n COMBAT SUPPORT n. SA Engineer n. SA Intelligence n. SA Signal n. Ammunition 12/1/2020 8

SOUTH AFRICAN AIR FORCE 12/1/2020 9

SOUTH AFRICAN AIR FORCE 12/1/2020 9

PILOT OR NAVIGATOR n n Combat Helicopter Transport and Maritime Minimum academic requirements: n

PILOT OR NAVIGATOR n n Combat Helicopter Transport and Maritime Minimum academic requirements: n Passed Grade 12 with English as a passed subject; Mathematics and Physical Science are compulsory, to be passed on NSC level 4 or higher 12/1/2020 10

COMMAND CONTROL n Air Traffic Controller Mission Controller Telecommunications Operator n Minimum academic requirements:

COMMAND CONTROL n Air Traffic Controller Mission Controller Telecommunications Operator n Minimum academic requirements: n n 12/1/2020 Passed Grade 12 with English as a passed subject; Mathematics (compulsary) and/or Physical Science (optional) to be passed on NSC level 4 or higher Higher grade with a D-symbol and/or standard grade with at least a C-symbol 11

ENGINEER n n n Aeronautical Electronic Industrial Mechanical Civil Minimum academic requirements: n Passed

ENGINEER n n n Aeronautical Electronic Industrial Mechanical Civil Minimum academic requirements: n Passed Grade 12 with English as a passed subject; Mathematics and Physical Science to be passed on NSC level 6 or higher 12/1/2020 12

APPRENTICE n n Air Systems Ground Systems n Apprentice training are offered in the

APPRENTICE n n Air Systems Ground Systems n Apprentice training are offered in the following fields: Mechanical Trade n Electronic. Trade n Electrical Trade n General Support Trade n 12/1/2020 13

SUPPORT MUSTERINGS n Transport Protection (including Physical Training Instructors) n Minimum academic requirements: n

SUPPORT MUSTERINGS n Transport Protection (including Physical Training Instructors) n Minimum academic requirements: n n Passed Grade 12 with English as a passed subject 12/1/2020 14

THE SOUTH AFRICAN NAVY Frigate Inshore Patrol Hydrogra phy 12/1/2020 Submarin e Offshore Patrol

THE SOUTH AFRICAN NAVY Frigate Inshore Patrol Hydrogra phy 12/1/2020 Submarin e Offshore Patrol Combat Support 15

WHAT IS THE NAVY ABOUT? n n n The SA Navy is the service

WHAT IS THE NAVY ABOUT? n n n The SA Navy is the service that contributes to the maritime safety, security and welfare of SA in times of peace and war The SA Navy uses Ships and Submarines to achieve its objectives The SA Navy has acquired technologically advanced frigates and submarines that need young men and women to operate 12/1/2020 16

 • Navy Headquarters • SAS SALDANHA • SAS WINGFIELD • Fleet Command 12/1/2020

• Navy Headquarters • SAS SALDANHA • SAS WINGFIELD • Fleet Command 12/1/2020 • Naval College • Naval Stations • 17 17

COMBAT OFFICER/OPERATOR n n Combat Officers/Operators are the fighting core of the Navy and

COMBAT OFFICER/OPERATOR n n Combat Officers/Operators are the fighting core of the Navy and execute the Navy’s main function - Maritime Warfare Combat Operators includes Radar Operators, Communication ratings, Gunners, Divers, Mine Counter Measures Operators, Maritime Reaction Squadron and Operational Boat Squadron operators n Combat Officers command the Navy’s Ships/Submarines and lead the Navy’s combat elements n Requirements. At east Level 4 in Mathematics and Physical science for Officers, and a pass for Operators. 12/1/2020 18

ENGINEER S n n n They render important support to the combat element by

ENGINEER S n n n They render important support to the combat element by means of maintaining operational ships/ submarines in a continuous state of readiness This is achieved through maintenance and modernization of existing weapons, electronic and propulsion systems and the design and development of new systems Requirements: NSC Level 6 Mathematics and Physical Science 12/1/2020 19

TECHNICAL n Naval Technical Officers: work closely with the Engineering Officers n Non commissioned

TECHNICAL n Naval Technical Officers: work closely with the Engineering Officers n Non commissioned officers: includes ammunition, mechanical, electrical, survival equipment and instrument fitters etc n Requirements: NSC level 3 for NCO’s and level 4 for officers in Mathematics and Physical Science 12/1/2020 20

SOUTH AFRICAN MILITARY HEALTH SERVICE

SOUTH AFRICAN MILITARY HEALTH SERVICE

ROLE OF SAMHS n To provide medical health service support to the Department of

ROLE OF SAMHS n To provide medical health service support to the Department of Defence 12/1/2020 22

STUDY OPPORTUNITIES MBCHB (Medicine) n The degree qualifies successful students to be medical doctors

STUDY OPPORTUNITIES MBCHB (Medicine) n The degree qualifies successful students to be medical doctors n After the completion of the degree Medical officers are employed in Military Hospitals, Sickbays, and Clinics including rural areas n SAMHS deploy doctors for support to military operational deployment including peacekeeping in Africa 12/1/2020 23

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS n n n n Grade 12 with university exemption Math's – Level

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS n n n n Grade 12 with university exemption Math's – Level 5 Physical Science – Level 5 Biology – Level 5 English – Level 5 Minimum APS – 35 Academic institution: University of Pretoria and University of Limpopo 12/1/2020 24

FOUR YEAR NURSING DIPLOMA n Requirements Grade 12 with at least 6 subjects, Life

FOUR YEAR NURSING DIPLOMA n Requirements Grade 12 with at least 6 subjects, Life Sciences and English level 4 and APS OF 24 n Done at SAMHS Nursing College n 12/1/2020 25

TWO YEAR ENROLLED NURSE n n Grade 12 with at least 6 subjects and

TWO YEAR ENROLLED NURSE n n Grade 12 with at least 6 subjects and English Done at SAMHS Nursing College 12/1/2020 26

CLINICAL ASSOCIATE n n n A clinical associates assesses patients, makes diagnoses, prescribes appropriate

CLINICAL ASSOCIATE n n n A clinical associates assesses patients, makes diagnoses, prescribes appropriate treatment and undertakes minor surgical procedures under the supervision of physicians Academic requirements: n Grade 12 with university exemption n Math's – Level 4 n Physical Science – Level 4 n English – Level 4 n Minimum APS – 25 Academic institution: University of Pretoria and University of Witwatersrand 12/1/2020 27

SUPPORT CAREERS The following general opportunities are also offered at SAMHS: n Animal health

SUPPORT CAREERS The following general opportunities are also offered at SAMHS: n Animal health n Patient Administration n Physical Training Instructor n Chemical, Biological Radiation and Defence Pharmacy Assistance n Health Informatics 12/1/2020 28

SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL DEFENCE FORCE – SUPPORTING CAREERS 12/1/2020 29

SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL DEFENCE FORCE – SUPPORTING CAREERS 12/1/2020 29

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES n 12/1/2020 SUPPORT n. Human Resources n. Logistics n. Technical n. Hospitality

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES n 12/1/2020 SUPPORT n. Human Resources n. Logistics n. Technical n. Hospitality Services n. Fire fighting n. Military Band 30

MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS n Passed Grade 12 with English passed subject – Level 4

MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS n Passed Grade 12 with English passed subject – Level 4 12/1/2020 31

QUESTIONS 12/1/2020 32

QUESTIONS 12/1/2020 32

Chaplain Service

Chaplain Service

ROLE OF THE CHAPLAIN SERVICE n n n Support service in the DOD Represent

ROLE OF THE CHAPLAIN SERVICE n n n Support service in the DOD Represent most of the major religions Provides specialised religious advice Planning direction and advice on spiritual and moral support Religious ministry direction and guidance Covenantal relationship 12/1/2020 34

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS n n 18 to 40, and RSA citizen Theological Degree or NQF

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS n n 18 to 40, and RSA citizen Theological Degree or NQF 7 equivalent qualification Good standing with the church/religious body Drivers licence 12/1/2020 35

QUESTIONS 12/1/2020 36

QUESTIONS 12/1/2020 36