The Office of the Chief Justice invites suitably qualified and motivated candidates to apply for four Security Officer positions available at the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria. These positions are suitable for individuals with foundational security training, experience in court or institutional environments, and the ability to operate within structured access-control and surveillance systems.
Successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement and participate in assessment exercises designed to evaluate technical and operational readiness for the role.
- Poisition: Security Officer Vacancies (X4 Posts) – Office of the Chief Justice
- Reference Number: 2026/10/OCJ
- Location: Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria
- Salary: R170 226 – R200 523 per annum (Level 03)
- Department: Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ)
- Closing Date: 12 May 2026
Position Overview
The Security Officer role supports the daily safety and operational integrity of court facilities by ensuring compliance with access control measures, monitoring surveillance systems, coordinating with emergency services, supervising outsourced security personnel, and maintaining order during routine and high-profile court proceedings.
The role contributes directly to the protection of judicial infrastructure, court officials, visitors, and sensitive legal processes.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements before submitting an application:
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA
- Basic Security Officer’s Course registered with PSIRA
- At least one year of experience in the security industry
- Valid driver’s licence (advantageous but not mandatory)
- Willingness to undergo a pre-entry practical assessment
- Ability to operate within structured institutional security environments
Candidates must demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and the ability to work under supervision in high-responsibility environments such as court facilities.
Knowledge and Competencies
The following skills are essential for effective performance in this role:
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal relations ability
- Public relations awareness
- Observation and incident-reporting skills
- CCTV monitoring competence
- Access control coordination
- Emergency response readiness
- Crowd management capability
- Team coordination with outsourced personnel
- Administrative accuracy in occurrence registers
Professional conduct when interacting with court users, colleagues, visitors, and law enforcement agencies is required at all times.
Key Responsibilities
Security Officers will perform a wide range of operational and monitoring duties within court premises. Responsibilities include supervising access points, coordinating with outsourced security providers, maintaining surveillance systems, and responding to emergencies.
Core duties include:
Access Control and Monitoring
- Ensure effective implementation of access control procedures
- Monitor entry and exit points across court premises
- Verify authorization for individuals entering restricted areas
- Prevent unauthorized removal of court property
- Control visitor movement within court buildings
- Manage group entry during peak visitation periods
- Monitor overcrowding and coordinate corrective measures
Surveillance Operations
- Monitor activities using CCTV systems
- Review recorded footage for incidents
- Save and archive surveillance evidence when required
- Observe movement within departmental facilities
- Identify irregular activity patterns
- Support investigations through recorded monitoring data
Biometrics and Security Systems Administration
- Capture biometric data for new personnel
- Remove biometric records for employees exiting the department
- Ensure daily functionality of biometric systems
- Monitor electronic access systems
- Report system faults immediately
- Coordinate system performance feedback from outsourced security teams
Coordination with Outsourced Security Personnel
- Meet outsourced security officers each morning for system performance updates
- Monitor outsourced staff performance during peak hours
- Support security personnel during high-profile court proceedings
- Evaluate service effectiveness through scheduled meetings
- Ensure compliance with court security procedures
- Assist with implementation of security directives
Incident Reporting and Emergency Response
- Report security incidents immediately to relevant authorities
- Maintain accurate records in occurrence registers
- Liaise with supervisors regarding recorded information
- Apply emergency procedures during critical situations
- Respond to alarm activations promptly
- Assist in evacuation coordination when necessary
Emergency situations may include:
- Bomb threats
- Riots
- Security breaches
- Fire incidents
- Crowd control emergencies
Coordination with Law Enforcement and Emergency Services
Security Officers are expected to collaborate with external agencies during operational events and security escalations.
Coordination responsibilities include:
- Attending meetings with SAPS
- Liaising with EMS
- Working with fire brigade services
- Engaging with TMPD officials during high-profile court cases
- Supporting bomb squad operations before VIP visits
- Assisting with building sweeps prior to court sessions
Building Patrol and Inspection Duties
Routine inspection duties form a central part of maintaining court safety standards.
Tasks include:
- Conducting primary patrol inspections
- Identifying security vulnerabilities
- Verifying infrastructure conditions
- Checking restricted areas
- Monitoring equipment functionality
- Reporting maintenance concerns
- Supporting preventive security planning
Courtroom and Facility Safety Enforcement
Security Officers ensure strict compliance with court regulations regarding prohibited items and visitor conduct.
Responsibilities include:
- Preventing entry of unauthorized recording devices
- Restricting liquor access within buildings
- Monitoring courtroom visitor behaviour
- Supporting orderly movement inside court facilities
- Enforcing institutional safety rules
VIP Security Preparation Support
Before the arrival of dignitaries or during high-profile cases, Security Officers assist with precautionary security measures.
These include:
- Escorting bomb squad personnel during inspections
- Supporting building sweeps before court terms begin
- Assisting with visitor screening procedures
- Monitoring restricted access areas
- Supporting crowd-control readiness plans
Performance Monitoring Responsibilities
Security Officers contribute to maintaining performance standards among outsourced security teams through regular supervision and coordination.
Performance oversight includes:
- Monitoring operational readiness of outsourced personnel
- Supporting deployment adjustments during busy periods
- Reporting performance concerns to supervisors
- Participating in monthly evaluation meetings
- Ensuring compliance with court security expectations
Administrative Responsibilities
Accurate documentation remains essential for maintaining security accountability.
Administrative duties include:
- Updating occurrence books regularly
- Recording daily incidents
- Verifying recorded information with supervisors
- Maintaining access control registers
- Documenting emergency responses
- Supporting internal reporting systems
Assessment Process
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment exercise designed to evaluate:
- Technical security readiness
- Incident response capability
- Surveillance awareness
- Communication competence
- Operational judgement
Suitability for the role will be determined based on performance during the assessment process.
Employment Equity Considerations
The Office of the Chief Justice applies Employment Equity principles during recruitment. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with transformation objectives.
Equal opportunity remains a central element of the selection process.
Application Requirements
Applications must include:
- Completed and signed new Z83 application form
- Comprehensive curriculum vitae
- Contactable referees with telephone numbers and email addresses
Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified supporting documents before interviews.
Applications must clearly indicate:
- Reference number (2026/10/OCJ)
- Correct job title
- Location of the advertised post
Failure to follow submission requirements may result in disqualification.
Application Submission Method
Applications must be submitted via email:
- Email Address: 2026/10/[email protected]
- Ensure documents are combined into a single PDF file before submission.
- Late applications will not be considered.
NOTE: All Applications Must Be Submitted on the New Z83 Application Form
All applications must be submitted on the New Z83 application form, which can be downloaded from:
The form can also be obtained from any Public Service Department.
Applications must be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only, including contactable referees with telephone numbers and email addresses.
Documents must be submitted in PDF format and placed in one folder.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from Human Resources.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical competency exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department.
Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts.
Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS, and the full details can be sourced at:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/
Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled on both pages by the applicant. The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert.
Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Applications on the old Z83 will not be considered.
Should an applicant be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate.
Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, reference checks and employment verification).
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If no communication is received within three (3) months after the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.
The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).
Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered.
Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process.
All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within three (3) months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointment.
The Office of the Chief Justice complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act No. 4 of 2013. Personal information provided will be used for recruitment purposes only and specifically for the position applied for. If the application is unsuccessful, personal information will be retained for internal audit purposes as required by policies. Failure to provide requested information will render the application null and void. The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information shared during the recruitment process.