Salary: R163 680 per annum
Closing Date: 20 March 2026
Department: Department of Public Works & Infrastructure

The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure invites applications for 11 Security Officer posts at Pretoria Regional Office and Head Office (Pretoria).

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Post Breakdown

POST 08/346 – Security Officer: Security Management (X3 Posts)

Ref No: 2026/106
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office

POST 08/340 – Security Officer: Physical Security – Security Management Services (X8 Posts)

Ref No: 2026/98
Centre: Head Office (Pretoria)

Note: Post 08/340 is a re-advertisement. Applicants who previously applied must re-apply.

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Overview

The Security Officer will provide physical security services to protect personnel, visitors, assets and property of the Department. The role includes access control, patrols, monitoring of assets, incident reporting and supporting occupational health and safety requirements.

Successful candidates must be willing to work shifts and abnormal working hours.

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Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Grade 10 / ABET Level 3
• Valid PSIRA Registration (Grade E, D, C)
• Knowledge of:
  • Security legislation
  • Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS)
  • Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act 53 of 1985
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Risk management
  • Firefighting and First Aid
• Basic literacy and communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic report writing skills
• Must be prepared to work abnormal hours and shifts

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Required Competencies

• Client orientation and customer service
• Problem solving
• High level of integrity
• Professional conduct
• Ability to work under pressure
• Teamwork
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to present a professional image of the Department

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Key Responsibilities

• Perform access control and positive identification
• Patrol buildings, premises and land parcels
• Protect lives, property and assets
• Monitor movement of personnel and movable assets
• Escort visitors and suppliers
• Maintain effective record keeping
• Report security breaches and incidents
• Assist with evacuation drills
• Assist as Fire Marshal where required
• Support Occupational Health and Safety compliance
• Implement security policies and procedures

APPLICATION PROCESS

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Enquiries

• Pretoria Regional Office (Ref 2026/106):
  Ms M. Shingange – (012) 492 3137
• Head Office (Ref 2026/98):
  Mr T Marageni – (012) 406 1632

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