This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

SECURITY OFFICER

Department of Health

Salary: R170 226 per annum
Centre: Groote Schuur Hospital
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 10 July 2026
Circular: No 22 of 2026

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7). Registration with a Professional Council: Candidates must be registered as a Security Officer Grade C or higher with the Security Board in terms of the Security Industry Regulatory Authority Act PSIRA. Experience: Appropriate experience as a Security Officer. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, change shifts when required and be available on a 24-hour basis. Must be physically fit. A valid driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of security related prescripts, regulations and procedures. Basic knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Ability to work in a team as well as independently and change to any shift when required. Be responsible and diligent and ability to work under pressure. Good Communication skills (verbal and written).

Duties

(key result areas/outputs): Ensure access/egress control, patrolling buildings, parking areas and perimeter fencing. Investigation of crimes, incidents, security breaches and writing of statements and reports. Controlling of all hospital keys. Supervise outsource security officers.

Where to send your application

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Mr S Ndzuzo, tel. no. (021) 404-3111

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

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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