Security Officer

About this post

The Department of Employment and Labour is looking for a Security Officer in Pretoria. It is a permanent post, paying R201 093 per annum.

Where you will work: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.

What you need

The official advert asks for:

• Grade 12 Certificate (NQF level 4) as recognised by SAQA.
• Private Security Industry Authority Grade C certificate is required.
• No Experience.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of relevant Regulations, Law and Legislation (PSR, PFMA, PSA, OHS, MISS Private Security Industry Regulatory Act, Firearm Control Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS), Criminal Procedure Act.
• Data and Records Management.
• Physical investigations.
• Ethics and Governance.
• Risk & control.
• Policy and compliance.
• Compensation Fund objectives.
• Fund policies, procedures and processes.
• Customer Service (Batho pele principles).
• Security Risk Awareness.
• Security Operations.
• Legislative Requirements: Control of access to Public premises and vehicle Act (Act 53 of 1985).
• Minimum Information security standard.
• Minimum Physical security standard.
• … and 7 more points in the official advert.

What you’ll do

• Conduct security control in accordance to policy and procedure.
• Provide security for equipment, building and premises.
• Adhere to patrolling procedure.

Tips before you apply

• Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
• Quote the reference number HR5/1/2/3/48 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
• Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
• Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.