This vacancy has closed. It closed on 17 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER

Office of the Chief Justice

Reference number: 2026/68/OCJ
Salary: R338 106 - R398 277 per annum (Level 07).
Centre: Constitutional Court: Braamfontein
Closing date: 17 July 2026
Circular: No 23 of 2026

Requirements

Applicants should be in possession of a three year National Diploma in Security or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6 with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience of which two (2) years should be at Security Supervisor level. A valid driver’s license, a valid Grade ‘A’ Private Security Industry Regulations Authority (PSIRA) accredited certificate. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of the Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, access control procedures, security-related legislation, prescribed security procedures (including MISS, NISA and the Protection of Information Act), emergency procedures, control of equipment and stores and Batho Pele Principles. Computer literate, good communication, numerical, organizing, supervisory, time management, problem solving and analysis, planning, listening, project management, ability to work independently and teamwork, confidentiality, time bound, assertive, self-motivated, flexible, honesty and integrity.

Duties

Conducting security investigations, reporting security incidents, and implementing measures to protect the Judiciary, court users, officials and assets. Liaising with law enforcement and security stakeholders on investigations, information leakages and security breaches. Coordinating security arrangements for official events and high-profile court proceedings. Identifying and assessing security risks, conducting threat and risk assessments, and implementing risk mitigation strategies. Ensuring the effective provision of security services, including monitoring alarm systems, investigating incidents and reporting faulty security equipment. Administer control room operations, including access control, CCTV monitoring, incident reporting, footage reviews, and maintaining security registers. Supervising security personnel by managing shift rosters, leave, performance, discipline, training, and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements. Ensuring adherence to departmental security policies, procedures and service standards by both internal and outsourced security personnel.

Where to send your application

Applications can be sent via email to 2026/68/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Enquiries

Technical Related Enquiries: Ms. Z Sondlo Tel No: (011) 359 7400 HR Related Enquiries: Ms. K Mokgatlhe Tel No: (011) 359 7400

Note

The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.

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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