Security Officer (x2 Posts)

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Department of e-Government

Reference Number: refs/022744
Directorate: Security Management
Package: R163,680.00 per annum (plus benefits)
Enquiries: Mr. Leon Steyn – 083 234 4399

Requirements

  • Grade 10.
  • PSIRA Grade C training from a registered/recognized training centre.
  • Valid PSIRA Grade C certificate.
  • No experience required.
  • Knowledge of:
    • Government sector and organizational structures.
    • Government regulations, policies, and procedures.
    • Access control procedures.
    • Control and movement of equipment and stores.
    • Prescribed security procedures (MIS, NISA, Protection of Information Act, etc.).
    • Emergency procedures.
  • Skills:
    • Communication
    • Computer literacy
    • Interpersonal skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Report writing
    • Leadership
    • Strategic planning
    • Organizational skills
  • Attributes:
    • Ability to work under pressure
    • Decisiveness
    • Diversity awareness
    • Innovative mindset
    • Teamwork-oriented
    • Cost conscious
    • Quality-driven

Duties

1. Access Control

  • Verify if visitors have appointments or determine required services.
  • Contact relevant employees to confirm appointments or refer visitors accordingly.
  • Maintain and control the admission register.
  • Issue access control documents/cards.
  • Escort visitors when required.
  • Operate X-ray machines and walk-through metal detectors to detect unauthorized/dangerous items.

2. Building & Premises Safety

  • Conduct patrols to check:
    • Doors (locked/unlocked)
    • Water leaks
    • Fire hazards and exposed electrical contacts
    • Lights (switched on/off as needed)
    • Suspicious objects/packages
  • Apply emergency procedures (e.g., bomb scares, riots) and alert emergency services and management.
  • Monitor and respond to alarm systems.

3. Control of Equipment, Documents & Stores

  • Complete and monitor registers for movement of equipment, documents, and stores.
  • Ensure no departmental assets leave or enter premises without authorization.
  • Inspect vehicles entering/leaving the premises.
  • Report missing/stolen equipment or irregularities.
  • Handle documents according to classification and prescripts.

4. Operation of Control Room Equipment

  • Monitor movements, events, and activities on the premises using CCTV.
  • Ensure all security systems are functioning properly and report faults immediately.
  • Monitor access points for effective control.
  • Report incidents and non-compliance to the supervisor.

5. Incident Recording & Office Lock-Up

  • Record all incidents in the occurrence book/register.
  • Perform lock-up procedures for offices and access points.
  • Identify suspicious behaviour and follow up on incidents.
  • Report all security breaches and non-compliance.

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