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POST 07/54 : SECURITY OFFICER
This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 13 Mar 2026.
Key details
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Requirements
Competencies
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Problem solving
- Good interpersonal relations
- Planning and organizing skills
- Computer literacy
- Ability to operate security equipment
- Understanding of confidentiality in Government.
Duties
Key Performance Areas: Provide access control; Improve safety in the building or premises; Prohibit unauthorized items from entering or leaving the building or premises; Watch CCTV cameras; Enroll staff on bio-metric system; Provide access to staff coming to the premises over weekends.
How to apply
Tip: Many government posts require a completed Z83 form. Download it above and follow the guide.
Notes
Suitably qualified, dynamic, passionate, and experienced persons are invited to apply for the vacant permanent positions.
Applicants are requested to visit the NSG website at www.thensg.gov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za for information on the requirements and duties of the position.
Applications must consist of: A fully completed and signed new Z83 form with a comprehensive CV containing contactable references.
Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification.
Candidates should not attach certified documents to the application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview.
The relevant reference number must be written on the application form.
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidateβs suitability based on the postβs technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
All appointments are subject to personnel suitability checks such as security vetting, citizen verification, financial records check, and qualifications verifications.
Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements as well as applications that are received late, will not be considered.
The selection process of the SMS post will be in line with the Senior Management Service requirements.
The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement within three months from the date of assumption of duties and where applicable to disclose particulars of all registrable financial interests within a month.
The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department to achieve its employment equity targets.
It is the Departmentβs intention to promote equity (race, gender, and disability) through the filling of this post.
The NSG reserves the right not to make an appointment and to use other recruitment processes.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) is required for appointment of the SMS posts.
Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSGβs website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms- pre-entry-programme MANAGEMENT ECHELON