Security Officer (Head Office)

Position Overview

This position is for a Security Officer at the Head Office of the Department of Sports Arts Culture and Recreation. The role is essential for maintaining the safety and security of public premises.

Reference Number

refs/056715

Department and Directorate

Department: Department of Sports Arts Culture and Recreation

Directorate: Security and Facilities Management

Package

R170,226.00 per annum

Number of Posts

1

Requirements

• Security Grade C or above
• PSIRA certificate
• No previous experience required
• Knowledge of the Control and Access to Public Premises Act 53 of 1985
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993
• Knowledge of the MISS and PSIRA Act 56 of 2001
• Knowledge of emergency procedures in the workplace

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Performing access control functions, including:
  • Determining visitor appointments or required services
  • Contacting relevant employees for confirmations
  • Completing admission control documents/cards
  • Escorting visitors to the relevant locations
  • Operating X-ray machines as applicable
  • Locking and unlocking entrances
  • Identifying suspicious conduct
  • Preventing unauthorized access of individuals and objects
  • Following-up on incidents
  • Ensuring safety within the building and premises including:
    • Conducting patrols
    • Checking and securing doors
    • Identifying water leaks and fire hazards
    • Managing suspicious packages
  • Applying emergency procedures in crisis situations (e.g., bomb scares, riots) and alerting emergency services
  • Monitoring assets to prevent unauthorized movement in and out of the premises:
    • Ensuring proper documentation for exiting assets
    • Inspecting vehicles entering and leaving the premises
    • Reporting on missing and stolen items
    • Handling documents according to classification requirements
  • Maintaining detailed records of incidents in occurrence books/registers

Application Notes

Applications must be submitted using a new Z83 form. Key points to remember:

• Current (old) Z83 form will be accepted until 31 December 2020; the new form can be downloaded from the DPSA website starting 01 January 2021.
• Applications must quote the relevant reference number and must be submitted on the proper Z83 form.
• Each post requires its own application form.
• Ensure the Z83 form is fully completed, initialed, and signed.
• Section A, B, C, and D must be completed fully; parts E, F, G can refer to your CV.
• Shortlisted candidates will need to provide certified copies of qualifications before the interview.
• Foreign qualifications need an evaluation report from SAQA.
• Applications won’t be accepted via fax and late applications will also be disregarded.

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates will undergo:

• Two pre-entry assessments:
• A practical exercise based on technical requirements
• An integrity assessment for ethical conduct
• For SMS posts, candidates will undergo a technical exercise and interview, followed by psychometric assessments.

If you have not been contacted within three months following the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information as per the POPIA guidelines. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointments.

Enquiries

For further inquiries, please contact Ms. Cynthia Mabaso at 011 355 2714 or 071 853 3669.

Applications must be submitted online or emailed to: SACRCentralCorridor@gauteng.gov.za.

How to Apply

Applications close on 16 October 2026. Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.