How to Join the South African Military Health Service (SAMHS)

This page will help you apply for the South African Military Health Service (SAMHS) and also let you know the entry requirements and other documents required from you. If you are interested in working for the South African Military Health Service (SAMHS), this page will give you a step-by-step guide on how to apply successfully.

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South African Military Health Service (SAMHS)

About SAMHS

The South African Military Health Service is the branch of the South African National Defence Force responsible for medical facilities and the training and deployment of all medical personnel within the force. Though unusual, as most national militaries integrate their medical structures into their existing service branches, the SANDF regards this structure as being the most efficient method of providing care and support to the SANDF’s personnel.

Mission

To provide a comprehensive, excellent, and self-supporting multidisciplinary military health service, which ensures a healthy military community.

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Vision

A healthy military community.

Requirements for Joining The SAMHS

To join the South African Military Health Service (SAMHS) Service, applicants must;

  • Be an SA citizen (no dual citizenship)
  • Be preferably single
  • Not bound to a certain area
  • Have no criminal record
  • Be physically and medically fit
  • Be 26 years if you have a degree or a diploma Be 18-22 years having completed grade 12.

How to Apply for Latest Jobs at SAMHS

If you are planning to apply for the latest jobs at SAMHS, kindly follow the steps below to get started:

STEP 1: Visit South African National Defence Force SANDF Website.

STEP 2: Click on the force you want to apply for.

STEP 3: On the page, navigate and click on ‘Application form

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STEP 4: Click on ‘Download

STEP 5: Download and save.

Applicants must download the Application Form listed from the SANDF website, fill them out, and submit them to the address listed on each of the application forms. You can see the contact details of SAMHS below.

Telephone +27 12 671 5400
Address Katzenellenbogen Building,
Cnr Jochemus & Nossob Street,
Erasmuskloof, 0181
Location Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is SAMHS Part of SANDF?

Yes, SAMHS is part of SANDF. This section provides a comprehensive, excellent, and self-supporting multidisciplinary military health service, which ensures a healthy military community.

Who can Join SAMHS?

All South Africans who have met the entry requirements.

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How much do SANDF soldiers earn?

SANDF soldiers earn from R99K to 262k a year, while registered nurses earn between R158K and R265K a year. Senior Accounting clerks make between R46k and R291K yearly.

Who can go to the military hospital?

Only the Army and their dependents can be served in an armed forces hospital. 

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