SECURITY OFFICER

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is seeking a Security Officer to join its team at the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Office. This entry-level position plays a critical role in safeguarding the department’s premises, personnel, and assets, ensuring that all access control and security protocols are strictly followed. Working within a government environment, the officer will be responsible for maintaining a secure and orderly workplace, supporting the department’s broader mandate of efficient service delivery. The role is ideal for individuals who are vigilant, reliable, and committed to upholding the Batho Pele principles of putting people first, as the officer will be the first point of contact for many visitors and must handle interactions professionally and courteously.

Candidates must possess a Basic Education and Training certificate at NQF level 3, along with a basic security officer’s course and Grade D registration with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA). No prior work experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for those starting their career in security. The role demands a solid understanding of access control procedures, the control and movement of equipment and stores, and prescribed security protocols such as those related to the Protection of Information Act, emergency procedures, and the Management Information System (MIS) and National Intelligence Security Agency (NISA) guidelines. Strong communication skills, the ability to read and write, and a working knowledge of Batho Pele principles are essential.

The core duties of the Security Officer involve performing access control functions at entry points, determining the nature of visitor appointments or services, and contacting relevant employees to confirm appointments or directing visitors to the appropriate service delivery points. The officer must ensure that admission control registers are accurately completed and issue admission control documents or cards as required. Escorting visitors to the correct employees or venues, locking and unlocking entrances, and preventing unauthorised persons or dangerous objects from entering the building are daily responsibilities. The role also includes undertaking regular patrols of the premises to check that doors are locked or unlocked as needed, inspect for water leaks, ensure taps are closed, identify fire hazards and exposed electrical contacts, and switch lights on or off appropriately. The officer must remain alert to suspicious objects or packages and report them immediately, apply emergency procedures when necessary, and ensure the safe keeping of departmental equipment, documents, and stores. This involves maintaining registers to control the movement of these items, confirming that no equipment or assets leave the premises without authorisation, inspecting vehicles entering and leaving, and gathering information on any missing or stolen property. Additionally, the officer handles documents at entry points according to their classification and the relevant prescripts.

All shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise to determine technical and generic suitability for the post, and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The department does not support the use of artificial intelligence in its recruitment processes, and applications found to have used AI without acknowledging sources will be disqualified. Applicants must ensure their e-Recruitment profiles are fully completed, as this serves as the equivalent of the newly approved Z83 form. While qualifications and identity documents need not be certified at the point of application, certification will be required before attending an interview. The department will conduct qualifications, criminal record, and South African citizenship checks on all shortlisted candidates, and foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority at the applicant’s own expense. By applying, candidates consent to the processing of their personal information for human resources management purposes. If no response is received within four months of the closing date, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful. This position offers a stable career path within a government department, with a competitive salary and benefits package, and provides an opportunity to contribute to national security and public service integrity.