Senior Security Officer (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: GSH142/2026

Location: Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

REMUNERATION

R 237 453 - R 279 708 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

6/26/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/10 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Contract Management of private security and conduct crowd control. Monitor the patrol of buildings, parking areas and perimeter fencing and control keys and all security documents. Investigate crimes and incidents, writing reports and statements. Supervise inhouse and outsource security officers and practice disciplinary processes to the subordinates. Monitor the CCTV control room’s effectiveness and monitor the effectiveness of access and egress control.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Candidates must be registered as a Security Officer Grade B or higher with the Security Board in terms of the Security Industry Regulatory Authority Act (PSIRA).

NOTE

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate security experience.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Knowledge of security related prescripts, regulations, procedures and the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Good interpersonal communication skills and ability to work in a team as well as independently. Be responsible, diligent and ability to work under pressure.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willing to rotate, in different sections of security department and change shifts when required. Willingness to work shifts and be available on a 24-hour basis. A valid Driver's License.

ENQUIRIES

Mr S Ndzuzo, tel. no. (021) 404-3111

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.