Security Officer: Physical Security

Job Details

Requirements :

Grade 10 plus Grade C PSIRA Certificate in Security Management and must be registered with PSIRA, coupled with 2 years working experience in security management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, Access Control Procedures, Trespass Act; Skills in dealing with the public; Ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different background; High level of reliability; Ability to handle confidential information; Sound, verbal, and written communication skills; Ability to act with tact and discretion; Ability to deal with the people; Good telephone Etiquette and interpersonal skills; Must be able to work under pressure, take initiative, and work independently and with a team; Self-motivated; Must be prepared to rotate and work shifts which include weekends, night and day shift and public holidays; Must not have a criminal record. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. The appointed candidates will be expected to report to PDMC and Johannesburg.

Duties :

Protect state properties, employees, visitors in the facility 24 hours; Access control and searching of both vehicles and pedestrians; Report security breaches and defects to the Assistant Director: Physical Security and Security Management unit; Escort visitors and contractors; Write statement and incidents reports and submit to supervisor; Write and submit reports to supervisor as soon as possible; Conduct hourly patrol; Control of traffic on premises; Provide directions to staff, visitors and contractors; Operate and maintain security equipment’s; Monitor all surveillance security systems/cameras within the Control room in an efficient manner and in compliance with the operating procedures, legislation and best practice; Record all events, incidents and actions taken in a clear, legible and accurate written format; Ensure the security of the control room and equipment’s is maintained at all times and to report equipment failure to the Security Admin officer or Security Management; Operate X Ray Machine Equipment and Metal Detectors; Operate Alarm intruder control panel; Comply with security dress code always; Perform other duties as allocated by the supervisors; Comply with duty roster; Be willing to undergo continuous training and development Programme; Attend meetings as approved by the supervisor.

Notes :

It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Preference will be given to people with disabilities. Applications should be submitted strictly online at https://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/ or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/ and it should be accompanied by a Z83, comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) as well as certified copies of qualifications and Identity (no postal or hand delivery applications will be accepted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Co-Operative Governance and Traditional Affairs

Location : Johannesburg, Midrand

Closing Date : 28-06-2022

Criteria Questions
Do you have a Grade 10 certificate plus Grade C PSIRA Certificate in Security Management ?
Do you have a minimum of 2 years working experience in security management environment?
Do you possess the following competencies: Knowledge of Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, Access Control Procedures, Trespass Act; Skills in dealing with the public; Ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different background; High level of reliability; Ability to handle confidential information; Sound, verbal, and written communication skills; Ability to act with tact and discretion; Ability to deal with the people; Good telephone Etiquette and
Do you reside in Gauteng?

Please Notes :

Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.

Apply Here: https://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/Public/ViewJob.aspx