Security Guard Level 3 Vacancies 2026 | Gauteng Department of Health | X2 Posts | Tambo Memorial Hospital | Apply by 5 August 2026
The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting applications for 2 Security Guard Level 3 vacancies at Tambo Memorial Hospital.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with Grade 10, a Grade C PSIRA Certificate, and security experience to join the public healthcare sector. Successful candidates will help protect patients, staff, visitors, and hospital property while ensuring a safe and secure environment.
Available Posts
| Position | Security Guard Level 3 |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 2 |
| Reference Number | refs/050301 |
| Department | Gauteng Department of Health |
| Directorate | Security |
| Location | Tambo Memorial Hospital |
| Salary | R170,226 per annum (plus benefits) |
| Closing Date | 5 August 2026 |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
-Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
-Basic Security Course (Grade C).
-A valid, renewed PSIRA Grade C Certificate.
-At least 1 year of appropriate security experience.
-Good interpersonal and communication skills.
-No criminal record or pending criminal cases.
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
-Willingness to work shifts, including weekends, public holidays and night shifts.
-Ability to work with various hospital patients, including mental health patients.
The following will be an added advantage:
- Previous Public Service experience.
Knowledge of the following is required:
-Access Control Procedures.
-Public Premises and Vehicles Act.
-Trespass Act.
-Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS).
-Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS).
-Occupational Health and Safety Act.
-Mental Health Act.
-Criminal Procedure Act.
-PSIRA Act.
-Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
-Batho Pele Principles.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will:
- Operate and monitor the CCTV control room.
- Control access to the hospital premises.
- Patrol hospital buildings, wards and high-risk areas.
- Protect patients, staff, visitors and hospital property.
- Assist with restraining violent patients when required.
- Assist in locating missing patients.
- Escort visitors, contractors and staff where necessary.
- Apprehend trespassers and lawbreakers.
- Prevent unauthorized or dangerous items from entering the hospital.
- Clamp illegally parked vehicles in accordance with departmental policy.
- Conduct vehicle inspections before vehicles leave the premises.
- Complete security registers and incident reports.
- Report security breaches, hazards and maintenance issues.
- Assist during emergencies.
- Ensure proper storage of confiscated firearms in accordance with legislation.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should possess:
- Good communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Professional conduct and integrity.
- Good observation skills.
- Knowledge of security procedures and legislation.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted directly through the employer’s official recruitment platform before the closing date.
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