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Security Officer

Free State Department of Social Development, Bethlehem, Free State

10days left
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Company
Free State Department of Social Development
Location
Bethlehem, Free State
Job type
Permanent
Minimum qualification
Grade 10
Salary
R170 226 per annum (Level 03)
Closing date
13 November 2026 (10 days left)
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About this post

The Free State Department of Social Development is looking for 50 people for the post of Security Officer in Bethlehem. It is a permanent post on salary level 3, paying R170 226 per annum.

Where you will work: Thabo Mofutsanyana District Office Ref No: DSDFS 103/26 (X6 Posts) Vrede Sub-Office Ref No: DSDFS 104/26 (X6 Posts) Senekal Office Ref No: DSDFS 105/26 (X1 Post) Bethlehem Office Ref No : DSDFS 106/26 (X2 Posts)…

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

What you need

The official advert asks for:

  • Basic Security Officer’s course.
  • Basic Education and Training (NQF level 3).
  • Registration with PSIRA Grade C.
  • Knowledge of access control procedures.
  • Knowledge of measures for the control and movement of equipment and store.
  • Knowledge of prescribed security procedures (e.g. MISS, NISA, Protection of Information Act, etc) and the authority on security officers under these documents.
  • Knowledge on the relevant emergency procedures.
  • Successful candidate will be expected to undergo a security clearance.
  • Experience in security will be an added advantage

What you’ll do

  • Perform access control functions.
  • Ensure safety within the premises.
  • Ensure that equipment, documents and stores do not leave or enter the building or premises unauthorized.
  • Ensure that all incidents regarding security breaches are recorded in the occurrence book/registers.
  • Operate control room security equipment.

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.
  • 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.

How to apply

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Where to apply: Free State Provincial Department of Social Development utilises an e- Recruitment System (applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://systems.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment/

Enquiries: Mr. MW Molahloe at 083 2915468

Closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026

Notes from the official advert

All applicants must login/register to apply for positions. The applicant’s profile on the e-Recruitment is equivalent to the newly approved Z83, and it is the responsibility of applicant to ensure the profiles are fully completed or their applications will not be considered, as per the DPSA Practice Note. Applicants should upload their Curriculum Vitae (CV) on the e-Recruitment system. (Please ensure is in PDF format & maximum size 3MB). The Curriculum Vitae should be specific regarding previous positions occupied and the start date and the end date of the position(s) should be indicated. Accompanying relevant documentation required to be uploaded on the system such as copies of all qualifications including National Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate, Drivers Licence, ID, etc., such documents need not be certified at point of application, however, certification will be required prior to attending the interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on, or before the day of the interview following an invitation from the Department to attend the interview, and such qualification(s) and other related documents should be in line with the requirements of the advertisement. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre- Entry Programme (Nyukela) is required for being considered for the SMS post prior to appointment. Enrolment for this course should be made on the NSG website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training course/smspre-entry-programme. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are submitted online timeously. Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short courses certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The highest relevant qualification should be captured/listed as the first qualifications on e-recruitment profile. Applications are…

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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.

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