Security Officer

What you will need

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate at NQF level 4 as recognised by SAQA.
• Basic security officer’s course, Grade C.
• Basic education and training.
• PSIRA Grade C Certificate is required Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Regulatory Framework.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury regulations.
• Knowledge of the Minimum Information Security standards (MISS).
• Knowledge of the National Intelligence Strategy Act.
• Knowledge of the Protection of Information Act.
• Understanding of investigative techniques and methodology.
• Knowledge of Control of Access to Public Premises and vehicle Act.
• Knowledge of departmental legislation as well as Human Resources legislation and prescripts.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Procedure Act of 1977 as amended.
• Knowledge of Protection of Personal Information Act no 4 of 2013 as amended.
• Shift working is required.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours.

Skills and competencies

• Client orientation and customer focus.
• People Management and Empowerment.
• Service Delivery Innovation.
• Problem solving.
• programme and Project Administration.
• Conflict Management and Resolution.
• Coordination and planning.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Presentation Skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Tactical skill.
• Communication.
• Analytical skills.
• Decision Making.
• Interviewing skills.
• Computer Literacy.
• Patriotism, Honesty, integrity and accountability.

Key responsibilities

• The successful candidates will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Perform access control functions.
• Ensure safety in the building and the premises by undertaking patrols, to identify fire hazards, suspicious objects and packages.
• Ensure that equipment’s and store do not leave or enter the premises unauthorized.
• Administer the control room.
• Monitoring of (CCTV) close circuit television.
• Handling keys.
• Reporting of faulty security equipment.
• Administration of all control room activities: key control, incident management, visitors and contractors and registers.
• Handling documents at point of entry according to prescript.
• Apply emergency procedure in event of emergency.

Additional details

• Grade: National

How to apply

Apply online using the application link below. Follow the application directions in the official circular.

• Application method: Online
• Enquiries: Head Office: Ms T Rakgoale
• Telephone: (012) 406 2808

Please note

• Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV ONLY (with detailed experience information).
• Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources.
• Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted).
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted).
• All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the