Security Officer – Department of Public Works & Infrastructure

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites interested and suitably qualified applicants to apply for the Security Officer position in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, for the 2026 recruitment period. The position is suitable for applicants with a National Senior Certificate, Basic Security Officer’s Course qualification, valid PSIRA Grade C registration and a valid driver’s licence.

The successful candidate will be responsible for protecting departmental buildings, employees, visitors, equipment, documents, stores and other government assets. The position also involves access control, security patrols, visitor management, monitoring vehicles and responding to incidents and emergencies.

The position offers a salary of R170,226 per annum, which is Level 03 in the public service.

Security Officer Vacancy Details

Position: Security Officer
Reference Number: DPWI 77/07/2026
Salary: R170,226 per annum
Salary Level: Level 03
Centre: Queenstown, Eastern Cape
Closing Date: 11 September 2026

Position Overview

The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure is seeking applications for the role of Security Officer (Ref No: DPWI 77/07/2026). This position is based in Queenstown and offers a salary of R170 226 per annum (Level 03). The role is designed to ensure the safety and security of departmental premises, personnel, visitors, and assets, while upholding prescribed security standards and procedures.

Minimum Requirements
  • National Senior Certificate
  • Basic Security Officer’s Course Grade C registration with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA)
  • Valid driver’s license
  • 0–2 years’ work-related experience
Knowledge and Skills
  • Access control procedures
  • Movement control of equipment and stores
  • Visitor management procedures
  • Prescribed security prescripts and procedures including:
    • Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS)
    • Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS)
    • Protection of Information Act
    • Criminal Procedure Act
    • Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Emergency procedures
  • Security patrol procedures
  • Batho Pele principles
Core Skills
  • Communication
  • Computer literacy
  • Listening and observation
  • Conflict handling
  • Incident handling
  • Time management
  • Basic literacy (reading and writing)
Duties
  • Access control: Verify appointments, issue admission documents/cards, escort visitors, and prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Incident follow-up: Investigate and report incidents within premises.
  • Building patrols: Inspect doors, taps, electrical contacts, fire hazards, suspicious packages, and lighting.
  • Emergency procedures: Apply departmental emergency protocols when required.
  • Asset protection: Safeguard equipment, documents, and stores. Maintain registers for movement of departmental assets.
  • Vehicle inspections: Monitor vehicles entering and leaving premises.
  • Document handling: Manage classified documents at points of entry according to prescribed standards.

How to Apply

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via the Provincial e-Recruitment System:

  • https://ecprov.gov.za
  • https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za

The system is available 24/7 and closes at 23:59 on the closing date.

Technical Support

For technical issues, email: [email protected] with:

  • ID Number
  • Profile email address
  • Details of the issue

Support is available during working hours:

  • Monday–Thursday: 08:00–16:30
  • Friday: 08:00–16:00

Note: Hand-delivered, emailed, faxed, or posted applications will not be accepted.

Enquiries
  • Ms. N. Ndawo – 083 627 2151
  • Ms. S. Nenene – 083 627 2151
  • Mr. S. Mpumlwana – 083 627 2151
Closing Date: 11 September 2026 Applications received after this date will not be considered.

Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form, which has been effective since 01 January 2021. The e-Recruitment System automatically generates the Z83 form immediately after the applicant presses apply. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications or other relevant documents at the application stage, but they must provide a fully completed Z83 form along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae. The Z83 form generated by the e-recruitment system is currently not signable, and applicants who submit applications through the system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83. Instead, they will be requested to sign the form on or before the interview day. Applicants can view the list of positions they have applied for under “My Job Applications.” It should be noted that the system-generated Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, but all details provided by applicants are visible to the recruitment team.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents, such as a Permanent Resident Permit for non-RSA citizens or Permanent Resident Permit holders, to Human Resources on or before the interview date. Failure to submit all required documents will result in disqualification. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted within six months after the closing date of the advertisement should accept that their application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal record verification, citizenship verification, financial and asset record checks, qualification and study verification, and previous employment verification.

All shortlisted candidates, including those applying for SMS positions, will undertake two pre-entry assessments. One assessment will be a practical exercise to determine suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of the post, while the other will be an integrity assessment to evaluate ethical conduct. The Selection Panel may recommend candidates to attend a generic Managerial Competency Assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessment. Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will undergo a skills or knowledge test. The competency assessment will test generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. An SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) must be submitted prior to appointment, and full details can be sourced from the National School of Government website.

Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve to twenty-four months. The department aims to address Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with its Employment Equity Plan to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. Employment Equity targets will be adhered to, although applications are welcome from all racial groups. The department reserves the right to amend, review, or withdraw advertised posts if it serves the best interest of the department. Females and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and indicate such in their applications. Misrepresentation in application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action if the candidate has already been appointed. Due to austerity measures, the department will not cover costs related to transport, accommodation, or meals for candidates attending pre-selection assessments or interviews.