
South African Navy (SAN) Military Skills Development System (MSDS) – 2025 Intake
The South African Navy (SAN), through its Military Skills Development System (MSDS), is offering young South African citizens an opportunity to serve in uniform on a two-year contract. The Recruits will receive military training and further functional training in their first year of service. During the second year of service, depending on the duration of the functional orientation, they will be deployed where needed and allowed to apply their knowledge and develop their skills.
General Requirements:
- South African Citizen (No dual citizenship).
- 18 – 22 years of age (Gr 12).
- 18 – 26 (3 years Tertiary Qualification) when reporting.
- Have no criminal record or pending cases.
- Comply with medical fitness requirements for the appointment.
- Do not suffer from claustrophobia or a fear of heights.
- No Visible tattoos (Legs, Lower Arm, Neck and Face).
- Physical Fitness Test will be conducted during selections.
Other Requirements:
Applicants will be subjected to drug testing, fitness, Psychometric and medical evaluation, verification of Criminal record, prescreening and verification of Qualifications.

How to apply:
SA Navy MSDS Application 2025.pdf
Hand deliver your application to the nearest recruitment centre
or via post at the SA Navy Recruitment postal address:
SA Navy Recruitment Centre – Department of Defence
Private Bag X104
Pretoria, 0001
Closing date: 15 March 2024

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