This vacancy has closed. It closed on 17 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
SECURITY OFFICERS (X26 POSTS)
Department of Police
Division: Detective And Forensic Services
- Reference number
- FS 48/2026
- Salary
- R170 226 per annum (Level 03)
- Centre
- Financial Management and Administration Services: Nodal Support Centre: Forensic Science Laboratory: KwaZulu-Natal: Amanzimtoti
- 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 contactors at the security access point; Registering of employees, visitors and contractors, electronic searching of employees, visitors and contractors. Authorize entry in to 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 with regard to security matters to the attention of senior security personnel.
Where to send your application
Applications must be posted / hand delivered or emailed to the following addresses: Postal Address Private Bag X322, Pretoria, 0001. Hand Delivery: Corner Beckett and Pretorius Street Strelitzia Building Arcadia 0083 E-Mail address: MohlalaM2@saps.gov.za Note: Applications forwarded by post to be addressed as follows, for attention The Commander: Personnel Management, (Attention: Lieutenant Colonel G Moonsamy).
Enquiries
Lt Colonel G Moonsamy / Captain SM Maja: Tel No: (012) 421-0501/0193
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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