The Department of Employment and Labour invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Security Officer (Ref No: HR4/4/7/77) based at the Provincial Office in Mpumalanga. This permanent position offers a salary of R201 093 per annum. Applicants must have a Grade 12 / Senior Certificate, a Grade C Security Certificate (PSIRA), and at least 12 months of security experience.
Suitable candidates will be responsible for controlling access to the Labour Centre and Provincial Office, safeguarding information and assets, conducting security patrols, and enforcing security rules and regulations. Applications close on 31 July 2026 at 16:00 for walk-in applications and 23:59 for online applications. Applicants are encouraged to read the full advert carefully and ensure that all required documents are submitted before the closing date.
- Position: Security Officer
- Reference Number: HR4/4/7/77
- Salary: R201,093 per annum
- Centre: Provincial Office, Mpumalanga
- Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12 or Senior Certificate
- Grade C Security Certificate (PSIRA)
- Twelve months of security related work experience
Required knowledge:
- Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act
- Evacuation procedures
- Minimum Information Security Standards
- PSIRA procedures
- Batho Pele principles
- Public Service Regulations Act
- Departmental policies and procedures
Required skills:
- Verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal relations
- Problem solving
- Listening
- Computer literacy
- Planning and organising
- Analytical thinking
Key duties
- Control access in and out of the Labour Centre and Provincial Office
- Secure the flow of information and assets within the buildings
- Conduct security patrols to ensure the safety of employees and clients
- Conduct internal investigations and enforce security rules and regulations
How to apply
- By post: Deputy Director: Finance, Private Bag X7263, Emalahleni, 1035
- Hand delivery: Labour Building, Corner Hofmeyer Avenue and Beatty Street, Emalahleni, 1035
- Online applications: Email to [email protected]
- Enquiries: Ms N Mashibini, Tel: (013) 655 8700
The department notes that applications from African males, Coloured males, Indian males, Indian females, White males, White females and persons with disabilities are encouraged, in line with its equity targets for this post.
Closing date: 31 July 2026, at 16:00 for walk-in submissions and 23:59 for online applications.
Important application notes
All online applications must include a Z83 application form and CV combined into a single PDF attachment. Zipped files, IMG files and JPEG documents will not be accepted. Applicants must indicate the correct job title and reference number in the subject line of their email and use the email address linked specifically to this post, since using the wrong details will lead to disqualification.
Only the new version of the Z83 form will be accepted, available from any Public Service department or at www.gov.za/documents. Sections A to D of the form must be completed in full, and while sections E, F and G allow applicants to refer to their CV, the question on conditions preventing re-appointment under Part F must still be answered and the declaration signed.
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents, and this will only happen closer to the interview date once Human Resources has made contact. Applicants with foreign qualifications who are not South African citizens or who hold a Permanent Resident Permit must include a SAQA evaluation report, but again only once shortlisted.
Applications sent by fax will not be accepted, and applications that don’t meet the requirements or arrive after the closing date will not be considered. If an applicant hasn’t heard back within eight weeks of the closing date, they should consider their application unsuccessful.
All shortlisted candidates, including those applying for SMS posts, will need to complete two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise testing suitability against the post’s technical and general requirements, and a separate integrity or ethical conduct assessment. Suitable candidates will then undergo a personnel suitability check covering criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification verification and employment history.
By applying, candidates consent to their personal information being collected, processed and stored in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This information will only be used for the purposes of this specific recruitment process and won’t be shared with third parties without consent, unless required by law.
The department has reserved the right not to fill this post, and successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement.