South African Police Service (SAPS) Garden Worker Vacancy 2026

The South African Police Service (SAPS) invites suitably qualified South African citizens to apply for the position of Gardener Worker at the National Operational Command Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining gardens, lawns, flower beds and the general cleanliness of the unit’s premises.

The position offers an annual salary of R144,024 and is based in Pretoria, Gauteng. Applicants must meet the minimum educational requirements, demonstrate basic literacy and communication skills, and be willing to work extended hours when required.

SAPS Garden Worker Vacancy 2026 Details

Job Detail	Information
Department	South African Police Service (SAPS)
Position	Garden Worker
Reference Number	NOCC 02/2026
Number of Posts	1
Salary	R144,024 per annum
Salary Level	Level 02
Centre	National Operational Command Centre
Location	Pretoria, Gauteng
Closing Date	06 November 2026 at 16:00

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for the Gardener Worker position:

Be a South African citizen and provide documentary proof of citizenship at the interview.
Possess ABET Level 4, Grade 9, Standard 7 or NQF Level 1, with documentary proof available when required.
Be proficient in English and at least one other official language.
Demonstrate basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
Be able to read and write.
Have an understanding of how to handle cleaning detergents.
Understand occupational health and safety protocols.
Be able to operate basic machines and equipment.
Demonstrate the ability to interact professionally with other officials.
Be willing to work extended hours when necessary.

Applicants should demonstrate competency in the core functions of the advertised position.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The appointed candidate will perform gardening, grounds maintenance and general cleaning duties, including:

Cultivating garden areas and preparing soil for planting.
Maintaining flower beds and other planted areas through fertilising, irrigation, weeding and pruning.
Mowing lawns and cutting grass edges.
Loading and unloading articles and equipment required for grounds maintenance.
Irrigating lawns and maintaining landscaped areas.
Removing refuse from the grounds and loading it onto trucks for transportation to designated disposal sites.
Maintaining the cleanliness and neatness of the unit’s premises.

How to Apply for SAPS Gardener Worker Vacancy 2026

Interested applicants must complete the prescribed Z83 application form (2021 version) and submit it together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).The Z83 form is available on the Department of Public Service and Administration website: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp Applications must be directed to the following address:

Physical Address:
SAPS Academy, Tshwane
No. 1 Rebecca Street
Pretoria West, South Africa

Email: ClarkeM@saps.gov.za, Applicants must correctly indicate the position particulars and reference number, NOCC 02/2026, on their applications. A separate Z83 form must be completed for each position applied for.

Applications must be submitted to the correct address and received before the closing date. Late applications and applications sent to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

Important Application Notes

Applicants should take note of the following conditions:

Shortlisted candidates must produce original identity documents, educational qualifications, service certificates from previous employers and a driver’s licence, where applicable, before the interview.
Qualifications and driver’s licences will be verified with the relevant institutions.
Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal or departmental cases.
Shortlisted candidates may undergo fingerprint screening, security vetting, reference checks and address verification.
Candidates will be required to attend a personal interview and complete two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
Successful applicants will be required to provide a buccal sample for forensic DNA profiling in accordance with applicable legislation.
Applicants who retired from the Public Service through a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement are excluded from appointment under the stated conditions.
SAPS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and may give preference to candidates whose appointment will promote representivity.

The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill the advertised position. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Closing Date

The closing date for the SAPS Gardener Worker vacancy is 06 November 2026 at 16:00. Interested and eligible applicants should ensure that their applications are correctly completed and submitted before the deadline.