Department of Water and Sanitation
The Department of Water and Sanitation is responsible for ensuring sustainable water management and sanitation services in South Africa.
Job Summary
| Job Title: | Security Officer |
| Reference No: | 050925/03 |
| Salary: | R163 680 per annum (Level 03) |
| Location: | Durban |
| Vacancies: | X4 Posts |
Job Responsibilities
- Provide security services, including protection, safeguarding, and access control for departmental premises and contents.
- Ensure building and premises safety by implementing emergency procedures and notifying emergency services/management as necessary.
- Conduct perimeter patrols.
- Prevent unauthorized removal of equipment, documents, and stores.
- Record all incidents in occurrence books/registers and report to the supervisor.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Grade 11 (NQF Level 3) qualification.
- Basic Security Officer’s training/course.
- Valid Grade C PSIRA certificate.
- Valid firearm competency certificate (advantageous).
- Knowledge of:
- Security code of conduct.
- Access control procedures.
- Movement of equipment and stores.
- Relevant emergency procedures and applicable legislation.
- Skills in:
- Report writing and investigations.
- Riot control.
- Effective communication.
- Searching and evacuation procedures.
- First aid and fire prevention (with certification).
- Must participate in all OHS-related activities.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
- Must have no criminal record or pending cases.
How to Apply and Deadline
- Apply online via: APPLY
- Alternatively, submit applications (quoting the reference number) to:
Provincial Head: KwaZulu-Natal
Department of Water and Sanitation
Private Bag X54304, Durban, 4000 - Or hand deliver to: 303 Dr Pixley KaSeme Street, Delta Towers, 26th Floor, Durban.