The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the permanent Security Officer position at Gert Sibande TVET College. This opportunity is based at the College’s Central Office in Standerton, Mpumalanga, and offers a stable government career with competitive remuneration and employment benefits.
Security Officers play an essential role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, staff members, visitors, contractors, and College property. The successful candidate will be responsible for controlling access to College premises, monitoring security procedures, protecting buildings and assets, recording security incidents, and ensuring compliance with established safety protocols.
- Department: Department of Higher Education and Training
- Institution: Gert Sibande TVET College
- Position: Security Officer (Permanent)
- Number of Posts: Not specified
- Reference Number: GSC35/2026
- Salary: R170 226 per annum (Salary Level 03), plus applicable employee benefits.
- Centre: Central Office, Standerton, Mpumalanga
- Closing Date: 24 July 2026 at 13:00
Individuals who are disciplined, trustworthy, observant, and committed to protecting people and property are encouraged to apply. This position is suitable for applicants seeking long-term employment within the public education sector while contributing to the safety and efficient operation of one of South Africa’s public TVET colleges.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements before applying:
- Grade 10 Certificate (Standard 8)
- Basic Security Course qualification
- Basic Education and Training qualification
- At least one year of security-related experience will be an added advantage
- Valid South African driver’s licence
- Good physical fitness
- Ability to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and after-hours when required
- Ability to remain calm during emergency situations
- High level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism
Candidates who possess additional security experience within government departments, educational institutions, or public facilities may have an added advantage during the selection process.
Required Knowledge
Successful applicants should demonstrate knowledge in the following areas:
- Access control procedures
- Building patrol procedures
- Security register management
- Key control systems
- Protection of government property
- Movement control of equipment and stores
- Emergency response procedures
- Incident reporting procedures
- Government security policies
- Occupational health and safety requirements
- Security legislation and institutional regulations
- Risk identification and prevention
Knowledge of maintaining a secure educational environment will be beneficial.
Required Skills
Applicants should possess the following competencies:
- Good reading skills
- Effective writing ability
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Computer literacy
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- Planning and organisational skills
- Office administration skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- People management skills
- Confidentiality
- Integrity
- Discipline
- Adaptability
- Good interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Observation skills
- Ability to follow instructions accurately
These skills are essential for carrying out daily security duties professionally and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
The appointed Security Officer will perform various security functions to ensure the safety of College facilities and everyone on the premises.
Duties include:
- Perform access control at College entrances and exits
- Verify the identity of visitors before granting access
- Monitor staff, students, visitors, and contractors entering or leaving the premises
- Conduct regular patrols around buildings and College grounds
- Protect College property against theft, vandalism, and damage
- Monitor security equipment where applicable
- Ensure equipment, documents, and stores do not leave or enter the premises without proper authorisation
- Maintain proper key control procedures
- Record all security incidents in occurrence books and security registers
- Report suspicious activities immediately
- Respond to emergency situations according to prescribed procedures
- Assist during evacuations and emergency incidents
- Promote a safe working and learning environment
- Monitor compliance with security policies and procedures
- Support investigations where security incidents occur
- Work closely with College management and emergency services when required
- Safeguard confidential information
- Perform any additional security-related duties assigned by supervisors
The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining a secure environment that supports teaching, learning, and administrative operations.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This permanent government position offers several advantages, including:
- Permanent employment
- Government salary package
- Employee benefits
- Career stability
- Opportunities to gain valuable public sector experience
- Exposure to the higher education sector
- Professional working environment
- Opportunity to contribute to campus safety and security
Individuals looking for a long-term security career within the Department of Higher Education and Training may find this position rewarding.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted to:
The Acting Human Resource Manager
Gert Sibande TVET College
P.O. Box 3475
Standerton, 2430
Alternatively, hand-deliver applications to:
18A Beyers Naudé Street
Standerton
2430
Applications may also be submitted via email to: [email protected]
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute delays.
Gert Sibande TVET College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability. Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment, promotion, or transfer will contribute to achieving the College’s employment equity objectives.
Applicants are required to submit a fully completed and officially signed Z83 Application Form together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) and at least three contactable work-related references. Candidates who are shortlisted will be requested to provide originally certified copies of all qualifications, academic records, a South African identity document, and a valid driver’s licence where applicable. Certified documents must not be older than six months.
The Z83 Application Form can be obtained from the Gert Sibande TVET College website or the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) website. Failure to submit all the required documents will result in the application not being considered. Applications submitted by fax or email will not be accepted. Applicants applying for more than one advertised post must submit a separate Z83 form and Curriculum Vitae for each position.
Successful shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a security vetting process and personnel suitability checks in accordance with the Minimum Information Security Standards. The College also reserves the right to verify any information submitted as part of the application process.
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Any applicant who submits fraudulent documents or attempts to influence the recruitment process by canvassing College staff will be immediately disqualified. Applicants who do not receive any communication within 60 days after the closing date should regard their application as unsuccessful. The relevant reference number must be clearly indicated on every application submitted.
Gert Sibande TVET College reserves the right to withdraw the advertised position at any stage of the recruitment process. All shortlisted candidates, including those applying for Senior Management Service (SMS) positions where applicable, will be required to complete two pre-entry assessments. The first assessment will be a practical exercise designed to evaluate the candidate’s technical knowledge and generic competencies relevant to the position. The second assessment will focus on integrity and ethical conduct.
The closing date for applications is 24 July 2026 at 13:00. Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.