This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
SECURITY GUARD SUPERVISOR
Department of Police
Section: Auxiliary Services Division: Technology Management Services
- Reference number
- TMS 22/2026
- Salary
- R237 453 per annum (Level 5)
- 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 Applicants must display competency in the post-specific core functions of the post. Be in possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database on NQF level 4. NQF level 5 qualification in Security (risk) Management, Policing, criminology or related field of study or higher will serve as an advantage. Registration with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) with a minimum of at least Grade B security certificate. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in security. Not declared unfit to possess a firearm. Be willing to undergo firearm competency training. Be willing to maintain firearm competency. Be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English. Be a South African Citizen. Must have no previous criminal / departmental convictions or criminal / departmental cases pending. Degree / Diploma in the field of security will be an added advantage. Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening and fingerprint verification. Relevant courses in the field of the post as well as valid driver’s license for at least a light motor vehicle will serve as an added advantage. 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. Client service skills. Be able to operate security related technology and devices (handheld metal detectors, handheld radio communication, etc). Telephone etiquettes. Be able to take initiative steps to address issues of discipline. Be computer literate. Have an understanding and be able to apply rules, regulations and legislation relevant to the security environment. Be willing to work a 12-hour shift and extended hours as and when required. Sound knowledge and application of the Minimum Information Security Standards, Minimum Physical Security Standards, Control Public Premises and Vehicles Act, 53 of 1985. Be familiar with emergency evacuation procedures.
Duties
Ensure an effective and efficient security function within different Head Office buildings. Exercise control over security personnel and safeguarding of the premises. Ensure proper control of access at all ingress/egress points within the facility in compliance with relevant legislative framework. Ensure total compliance to all relevant registers in use within the security environment. Exercise control over patrol duties at Head Office buildings/premises. Administer and exercise control over the control room activities. Identify and exercise control over report security related breaches. Administer effective control over the security technology aids. Enforce discipline with the post specific environment. Ensure effective and efficient human, financial, physical and information resources.
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
can be directed to: 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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