This vacancy has closed. It closed on 17 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
SECURITY OFFICER (X46 POSTS)
Department of Police
Division Operational Response Service
- Reference number
- ORS57/2026
- Salary
- R170 226 per annum (Level 03)
- Centre
- North West Province: Rusternburg POP (
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 17 July 2026
- Circular
- No 23 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 fire-arm. 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 contractors 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. Issue admission control cards to visitors and receive them back. 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 field – Only from a security point of view. Check all security equipment and facilities and take action, when necessary. Bring any deficiencies or problems regarding security matters to the attention of senior security personnel.
Where to send your application
Mpumalanga Province: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middelburg or email to Kubheka.Menzi@saps.gov.za Kwazulu-Natal Province: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 85 Old Richmond Road, Marianhill, Pinetown, NaickerV2@saps.gov.za Western Cape Province: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 2 Old Faure Road, Kuilsriver or email MzuzuT@saps.gov.za Eastern Cape Province: Oueenstown Pop Applications: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 42 Mecury Road, Army Base Queenstown or email to Kedaman@saps.gov.za or Mlilom@saps.gov.za Mthatha Pop Applications: Direct your application to the following addresses: 46 Headquarters, R61 Road, Mthatha or email DudulaU@saps.gov.za or Rozanin2@saps.gov.za North West Province: Direct your application to the following addresses: 1 Kanana Road, Bafokeng Old Military Base, Rustenburg or email SibandaME@saps.gov.za or lodewykrm@saps.gov.za Gauteng Province: Johannesburg POP applications: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 1 Collinder Road, Diepkloof, Soweto LayzellC@saps.gov.za/ TriegaardtJE@saps.gov.za OR Tambo International Airport applications: Direct your application to the following addresses: OR Tambo International Airport, Dometex Area, Kempton Park, 1627 or email to SwartsEssie@saps.gov.za or MathebulaK@saps.gov.za Special Task Force Pretoria, Pretoria West: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 3 Troye Maupa Naga, Arcadia, Pretoria or email Phirisonda@saps.gov.za Special Task Force: Cape Town, Belhar: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 3 Troye Maupa Naga, Arcadia, Pretoria or email Phirisonda@saps.gov.za National Intervention Unit: Pretoria: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 629 Lavender Road, Bon Accord or email to LekalakalaJM@saps.gov.za Operational Support: Mobilisation Support, Pretoria West: Direct your application to the following addresses: SAPS Academy, Tshwane, No. 1 Rebecca Street Pretoria West: Mobilisation Support or email Mahwasane@saps.gov.za Operational Support: Johannesburg Airwing, Germiston: Direct your application to the following addresses: Hanger 32 Rand Airport, Hurricane Road, Germiston or email to kitisezp@saps.gov.za Operational Support: National Heliport Airwing, Pretoria West: Direct your application to the following addresses: SAPS Academy, Tshwane, No. 1 Rebecca Street Pretoria West: National Heliport or email to MarabaJ@saps.gov.za Support Services: Auxiliary Services (Ors) Schindler House, Pretoria: Direct your application to the following addresses: No. 459 Leyds Street, Sunnyside Pretoria or email to ORSRECRUITMENT3@SAPS.GOV.ZA
Enquiries
Mpumalanga Province: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798 Kwazulu-Natal Province: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798 Western Cape Province: Lieutenant Colonel De Villiers or SAC Mzuzu Tel No 021 843 1805/ 1868 Eastern Cape Province: Warrant Officer Jongile 045 808 1239/ 1248/ 1229 North West Province: Lieutenant Colonel Sibanda 014 565 1620/1622/1633 Gauteng Province: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798 Special Task Force Pretoria, Pretoria West: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798 Special Task Force: Cape Town, Belhar: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798 National Intervention Unit: Pretoria: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798 Operational Support: Mobilisation Support, Pretoria West: Lieutenant Colonel Eksteen or Captain Botlhoko Tel No (012) 353 9828/9970/9834 Operational Support: Johannesburg Airwing, Germiston: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798 Operational Support: National Heliport Airwing, Pretoria West: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798 Support Services: Auxiliary Services (Ors) Schindler House, Pretoria: Lieutenant Colonel Mashau or Captain Modiba Tel No (012) 400 3787/3802/3761/3798
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 3 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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