SECURITY OFFICERS (X29 POSTS)
SECURITY OFFICERS (X29 POSTS)
Division: Supply Chain Management
Salary: R163 680 per annum (Level 03)
Locations & Reference Numbers
- Corporate Support Services: Financial Services (Auxiliary Services), Silverton – Pretoria
Ref: SCM 1/2025 (X5 Posts) - SC Performance Management & Services: SCM Head Office, Pretoria West Auction Centre
Ref: SCM 2/2025 (X7 Posts) - SC Performance Management & Services: SCM Head Office, Silverton Auction Centre – Pretoria
Ref: SCM 3/2025 (X7 Posts) - Transport Management: New Vehicle Store – Benoni, Gauteng
Ref: SCM 4/2025 (X2 Posts) - Clothing & Distribution Management: Limpopo Uniform Shop (Lebowakgomo)
Ref: SCM 5/2025 (X1 Post) - Clothing & Distribution Management: Eastern Cape Uniform Shop (Bisho)
Ref: SCM 6/2025 (X2 Posts) - Clothing & Distribution Management: Free State Uniform Shop (Thaba-Nchu)
Ref: SCM 7/2025 (X1 Post) - Clothing & Distribution Management: Northern Cape Uniform Shop (Kimberley)
Ref: SCM 8/2025 (X1 Post) - Clothing & Distribution Management: Provisioning Warehouse (Pinetown) – KwaZulu-Natal
Ref: SCM 9/2025 (X2 Posts) - Clothing & Distribution Management: Provisioning Warehouse (Epping) – Western Cape
Ref: SCM 10/2025 (X1 Post)
Requirements
- Competency in the core security functions of the post.
- Fluency in at least two official languages, one being English.
- South African citizenship.
- No previous criminal or departmental convictions or pending cases.
- Will undergo security vetting and fingerprint screening.
- Grade 10 / NQF Level 3 qualification (with proof).
- PSIRA registration with at least a Grade C security certificate (or higher).
- Must not be declared unfit to possess a firearm and must be willing to complete and maintain firearm competency training.
- A security-related Degree/Diploma or relevant training courses will serve as an advantage.
- A valid driver’s licence (light motor vehicle) is an added advantage.
- Willingness to work shifts and extended hours.
Key Duties
- Enforce Access Control in line with the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act (Act 53 of 1985).
- Positively identify and register employees, visitors, and contractors at access points.
- Conduct electronic searches and authorize entry into premises in line with prescribed requirements.
- Issue and retrieve visitor access cards; maintain visitor registers.
- Inspect suppliers, goods, and items entering the premises to ensure safety.
- Patrol buildings, fenced areas, and safeguard vehicles/equipment from a security perspective.
- Check security equipment and report any issues to senior personnel.
Enquiries
Lt Col MPP Moleko / PPO S Babana / PO FH Mudau / PO B Thulare / AC LT Rammego
Tel: (012) 841 7118 / 7123 / 7217 / 7392 / 7322
Applications
Submit your application via one of the following:
Postal:
Divisional Commissioner: Supply Chain Management
Human Resource Management
Private Bag X254, Pretoria, 0001
(Attention: Lt Col MPP Moleko)
Posted applications must arrive on or before 12 December 2025.
Physical Delivery:
117 Cresswell Road (Corner Cresswell & Pretoria Road),
Silverton, Pretoria
(Main Entrance – Wooden Box)
https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/vacancies/2025/44/n.pdf
Email:
Important Information
- Applications must be submitted using the Z83 Form (2021 version) with a comprehensive CV.
- The correct post details and reference number must be specified.
- Shortlisted candidates must bring original ID, qualifications, service certificates, and driver’s licence to the interview.
- All documentation will be verified with relevant authorities.
- Late or incorrectly submitted applications will not be considered.
- Shortlisted applicants will undergo fingerprint checks, reference checks, and address verification.
- Vetting will be conducted according to applicable legislation (Sexual Offences Act, Children’s Act, etc.).
- Applicants must disclose if they are respondents in a protection order case.
- New SAPS appointees must provide a buccal DNA sample for the National Forensic DNA Database.
- Interviews and practical assessments may be required.
- Applicants with previous convictions or who retired due to severance, early retirement, or medical reasons are not eligible.
- SAPS is an equal opportunity employer and aims to promote representivity. Preference may be given accordingly.
- Only successful candidates will be contacted. If you receive no communication within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- SAPS reserves the right not to fill the advertised posts.