This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
SECURITY GUARD
Department of Police
Section: Auxiliary Services Division: Technology Management Services
- Reference number
- TMS 23/2026
- Salary
- R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
- Centre
- Head Office
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 10 July 2026
- Circular
- No 22 of 2026
Requirements
Applicants must display competency in the core functions of the post. Be proficient in at least English and one other official language. Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of the interview Be in possession of a Grade 10/ Standard 8/ NCV level 2 certificate/report (NQF level 2 as recognized by SAQA), for which documentary proof can be produced when required. Valid Registration with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA). Be in possession of at least a Grade C security certificate or higher. Not declared unfit to possess a firearm. Be willing to undergo firearm competency training and to maintain firearm competency. Relevant courses in the field of the post will serve as an added advantage. A valid driver’s license for at least a light motor vehicle, will also serve as an added advantage. Be willing to work shifts and extended hours. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of access control procedures. Knowledge of measures for the control and movement of equipment and stores. Knowledge of prescribed security procedures (e.g., MIS, NISA, Protection of Information Act, etc.) and the authority of security officers under these documents. Knowledge of the relevant emergency procedures.
Duties
Execute Access Control in terms of the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act (Act No. 53 of 1985). Positive identification of employees, visitors and contactors at the security access point. Registering of employees, visitors and contractors, electronic searching of employees, visitors and contractors. Authorize entry into the premises to employees, visitors and contractors after complying with all the legislative requirements. Confirm visits with the hosts and ensure escort in line with the prescripts; Keep the necessary visitor’s register. Check suppliers, articles and objects, where necessary, before they are allowed to be brought into the premises to ensure that the safety of the premises will not be threatened; Patrol buildings and fenced-off areas. Guard vehicles and equipment in the premises. Check all security equipment and facilities and act, when necessary. Bring any deficiencies or problems about security matters to the attention of senior security personnel. Perform administrative duties.
Where to send your application
Application forms must be hand delivered or emailed to the following addresses: Enquiries can be directed to: Lt Col G Xoko //Captain WD Maimela / PO J Nkadimeng at Tel: 012 432 7709/ 8884/ 7964 and email applications to :Email Address: tms.vacancies@saps.gov.za and hand delivery to Office No. PPS 138/143; 1234 Tulbagh Park Building; Cnr. Stanza Bopape (Church) and Jan Shoba (Duncan) Streets;Hatfield, PRETORIA
Enquiries
Lt Col G Xoko/ Captain WD Maimela / PO J Nkadimeng at Tel: 012 432 7709/8884/7964
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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