Recruits are provided with various skills ranging from Seamanship, Environmental Awareness, Musketry, Computer Skills, Basic Financial Management Skills, Hygiene and Discipline to Work Ethics.

All basic training in the South African Navy begins at SAS SALDANHA in Saldanha Bay, where Military Training for Ratings (MTR) takes place.

Officer training is carried out at the SA Naval College in Gordon’s Bay, whilst specialist training is conducted at SAS SIMONSBERG in Simon’s Town.

At SAS SALDANHA candidates are selected to go to the SA Naval College where they will undergo intensive officer training before filling posts in the Combat, Logistics, Personnel and Engineering branches of the SA Navy.

Junior Ratings will receive specialised training for utilisation in musterings (functional areas) such as Combat Operators, Divers, Protection Force, Hospitality, Logistics, Radar Operators, Engine Room Attendants and Personnel Clerks.

What is required before applying?

Anyone applying for the above mentioned functional areas must:

Please Note

• Divers: Due to the requirements of this occupation, applicants must have no physical disabilities and not suffer from claustrophobia or a fear of heights. Applicants should be strong swimmers with a flair for general water activities.
• MRS: Applicants must first successfully complete the Military Skills Development programme.
• Combat Officers and Student Naval Technical Officers:Applicants must have Mathematics, Physical Science at level 4 and Matric exemption.

Below you will find all the details to complete and apply and register for this wonderful opportunity.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD  – SA NAVY APPLICATION FORM 2015

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD – SA AIR FORCE APPLICATION FORMS

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD – SA ARMY APPLICATION FORMS

More info go to www.careers.mil.za

Enquiries can be directed to: SA Navy Recruitment Centre at (012) 339 4352 or (012) 339 4004.

Closing Date: 28 February 2015