Security Officer – Grade C

Job Reference: refs/022744

Department: Gauteng Department: e‑Government

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng

Posted: 24 November 2025

Closing Date: 28 November 2025 (open until filled)

Number of Posts: 2

Salary: R163,680.00 per annum (plus benefits)

Position Summary

The Gauteng Department: e‑Government is hiring two Security Officers to manage access control, maintain safety procedures, and support overall security operations within our Johannesburg premises.

Responsibilities

• Control visitor access: verify appointments, confirm with relevant staff, and escort visitors as needed.
• Operate security equipment: X‑ray machines, walk‑through metal detectors, CCTV, and alarm systems.
• Conduct regular patrols of the building to check locks, fire hazards, water leaks, and other safety issues.
• Monitor and respond to alarms, report incidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Record all security incidents and maintain the occurrence book.
• Ensure that equipment, documents, and stores cannot enter or leave the premises without authorization.
• Inspect vehicles, review movement logs, and report suspicious activity.
• Apply emergency protocols for situations such as bomb scares or riots.
• Prepare and submit reports on non‑compliance and security breaches.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Grade 10 education.
• Grade C – Security training at a PSIRA registered/recognized centre.
• Valid PSIRA Grade C certification.
• Knowledge of general government sector, organisational structure, and related regulations.
• Familiarity with access control procedures and relevant security legislation.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and customer management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Computer literacy and proficient report writing.
• Leadership, strategic planning and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure, be decisive, and promote teamwork.

Desired Attributes

• Work well under pressure and show decisiveness.
• Promote diversity awareness and innovation.
• Be cost‑conscious and quality‑oriented.

Application Process

All applicants must submit a completed Z83 application form (Download from www.dpsa.gov.za/documents) and a comprehensive CV. The form must indicate the correct position and reference number and be signed on page 2. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of qualifications. Non‑RSA citizens or permanent residents with foreign qualifications must provide an SAQA evaluation report.

Applicants will undergo a pre‑entry practical exercise and, if appointed, will need to complete the SMS Pre‑Entry Programme offered by the National School of Government.

Interviews will be scheduled by the Gauteng Department: e‑Government. Successful candidates must obtain a positive security clearance through the standard suitability checks.

For enquiries, contact Mr. Leon Steyn at 083 234 4399.

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Please visit: jobs.gauteng.gov.za.