The Gauteng Department of Social Development invites interested and suitably qualified applicants to apply for the advertised Security Officer and Security Officer Supervisor positions. These roles are offered on a 3–6 month contract basis and form part of the department’s ongoing efforts to strengthen safety and access control across its centres, corridors and facilities. Applicants are required to submit a fully completed and signed Z83 form together with a detailed CV and certified supporting documents as outlined in the vacancy notice.
Successful candidates will be placed in various facilities, including Child and Youth Care Centres, treatment centres, corridors and the provincial head office. All applications must be directed to the relevant HR units responsible for each centre, as specified in the advertisement. The department encourages all dedicated and disciplined security personnel who meet the requirements to submit applications before the closing date for consideration.
Positions Available
1. Security Officer (x427 posts)
Contract: 3–6 months
Salary: R8 500 per month
2. Security Officer Supervisor (x54 posts)
Contract: 3–6 months
Salary: R9 100 per month
GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
The completed signed new Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) ONLY and at least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. To apply for the below positions, please apply at the centres. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend the candidate/s to attend generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post. The successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD that will be reviewed based on performance expiration.
POST: SECURITY OFFICER × 427
REF NO: SD/2025/06
SALARY: R8 500 (per month) 3–6 months contract
CENTRE
- Busisiwe Modisakeng CYCC × 14
- Desmond Tutu CYCC × 11
- Don Mattera CYCC × 16
- Dr Fabian & Florence Ribeiro treatment Centre × 25
- Ga-Rankuwa Rearabilwe CYCC × 13
- Igugulethu CYCC × 7
- Itereleng RFCD × 11
- Mary Moodley CYCC × 17
- Zanele Mbeki Frail Care Centre × 9
- Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa × 16
- Central Corridor × 76
- Northern Corridor × 36
- Eastern Corridor × 88
- Western Corridor × 36
- Southern Corridor × 37
- Head Office × 15
REQUIREMENTS
Basic education and training (NQF Level 3) and a basic security officers’ course. Basic Knowledge of the access control procedures. Knowledge of measures for the control and movement of equipment and stores. Knowledge of prescribed security procedures (e.g. MIS, NISA, Protection of Information Act, etc.) and the authority of security under these documents. Knowledge of the relevant emergency procedures. Added advantage will be given to candidates with two (2) years of experience in the Department.
DUTIES
Perform access control. Determine whether visitors have appointments or the service that the visitor requires. Contact the relevant employee to confirm the appointment or refer the visitor to the relevant service delivery. Operate X-ray machines where applicable. Lock and unlock entrances. Follow up on incidents. Ensure safety in the building and premises. Lights, switch on and off as required. Ensure that equipment documents and stores do not leave or enter building or premises unauthorised. Inspect vehicles entering and leaving the premises. Gather information and report on missing and stolen equipment and stores. Complete or ensure the registers to control the movement of equipment, stores and documents are completed. Handle documents at points of entry according to classification and prescripts.
ENQUIRIES
All Applications to be submitted to relevant HR units at Corridors/Institutions/Satellite offices/Head Office.
Interested applicants are required to submit a fully completed and signed Z83 form accompanied by a detailed CV and certified copies of all relevant qualifications, identity document and security certificates where applicable. Each application must clearly indicate the reference number and be directed to the specific HR unit of the centre or corridor where the applicant intends to be placed. Failure to include all required documents may result in the application not being considered.
Applications must be delivered to the designated HR officials listed in the advertisement before the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all information provided is accurate and up to date, as background checks and verification processes will be conducted. Those interested in these opportunities should apply promptly, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
- Mr Moses Mbendana 016 340 1000 Busisiwe Modisakeng
- Mr Deon Barnard 012 546 0604 Desmond Tutu CYCC
- Don Mattera CYCC Ms H Muliwa 011 723 9206
- Ga-Rankuwa Rearabilwe CYCC Mr M Netshikulwe (012) 700 9444
- Ms J Fourche Mabutho Hlatshwayo 010 344 1280 Zanele Mbeki Frail Care Centre
- Ms Z Nxlapo (011) 817 7303
- Mr Zamokuhle Zaca 011 820 0300 Eastern Corridor
- Mr Thabo Okker 016 930 2029 Southern Corridor
- Ms C Van Vuuren 011 950 7712
- Mr A Kotsedi 012 359 3314 Northern Corridor
- Ms C Dukwana 011 355 9502
- Ms S Hutchenson Dr Fabian & Florence Ribeiro treatment Centre 012 734 8325
- Igugulethu CYCC Mr H Rikotsho 011 916 4129
- Itereleng RFCD Mr M Mokwena 012 744 3450
- Mary Moodley CYCC Mr I. Chauke 011 964 8700
- Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa Mr Mmakola 012 546 0640
- Ms Maipato Skosana 011 227 0069 Head Office
CLOSING DATE: 10 December 2025
The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s).
SECURITY OFFICER SUPERVISOR × 54
REF NO: SD/2025/07
SALARY: R9 100 (per month) 3–6 months contract
CENTRE
- Busisiwe Modisakeng CYCC × 2
- Desmond Tutu CYCC × 2
- Don Mattera CYCC × 2
- Dr Fabian & Florence Ribeiro treatment Centre × 3
- Ga-Rankuwa Rearabilwe CYCC × 1
- Igugulethu CYCC × 1
- Itereleng RFCD × 2
- Mary Moodley CYCC × 2
- Zanele Mbeki Frail Care Centre × 2
- Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa × 2
- Central Corridor × 8
- Northern Corridor × 4
- Eastern Corridor × 12
- Western Corridor × 4
- Southern Corridor × 4
- Head Office × 2
REQUIREMENTS
NQF level 4 or 5 (A grade 12 certificate or equivalent) and Security certificate (A minimum of 1 year of study) Grade B PSIRA CERTIFICATE. 3 years security certificate. Knowledge of the access control procedures. Knowledge of measures for the control and movement of equipment and stores. Knowledge of prescribed security procedures (e.g. MIS, NISA, Protection of Information Act, etc.) and the authority of security under these documents. Knowledge of the relevant emergency procedures. Added advantage will be given to candidates with two (2) years of experience in the Department.
DUTIES
Supervise the security functions performed by the security officers/service providers, ensuring adherence to department security policies. Allocate duties to security officers/service providers, monitor outcomes and institute the necessary corrective measures to address deviations from norms and standards. Authorisation of the equipment, documents and stores into or out of the building or premises. Inspect and report all none functioning of security measures (e.g. X Ray machines, Walk-through metal detectors, security light’s etc.) Identify risks and threats to the security of the department. Provide information regarding incidents to investigating officer(s). Monitor and respond to alarm system. Ensure systems are functioning optimally through scheduled services. Supervise all control room activities. Report all incidents and any identified non-compliance relating to security prescripts. Review of footages upon request through proper procedure. Update all registers for the incidents observed.
ENQUIRIES
All Applications to be submitted to relevant HR units at Corridors/Institutions/Satellite offices/Head Office.
Interested applicants are required to submit a fully completed and signed Z83 form accompanied by a detailed CV and certified copies of all relevant qualifications, identity document and security certificates where applicable. Each application must clearly indicate the reference number and be directed to the specific HR unit of the centre or corridor where the applicant intends to be placed. Failure to include all required documents may result in the application not being considered.
Applications must be delivered to the designated HR officials listed in the advertisement before the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all information provided is accurate and up to date, as background checks and verification processes will be conducted. Those interested in these opportunities should apply promptly, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
- Mr Moses Mbendana 016 340 1000 Busisiwe Modisakeng
- Mr Deon Barnard 012 546 0604 Desmond Tutu CYCC
- Don Mattera CYCC Ms H Muliwa 011 723 9206
- Ga-Rankuwa Rearabilwe CYCC Mr M Netshikulwe (012) 700 9444
- Ms J Fourche Mabutho Hlatshwayo 010 344 1280 Zanele Mbeki Frail Care Centre
- Ms Z Nxlapo (011) 817 7303
- Mr Zamokuhle Zaca 011 820 0300 Eastern Corridor
- Mr Thabo Okker 016 930 2029 Southern Corridor
- Ms C Van Vuuren 011 950 7712
- Mr A Kotsedi 012 359 3314 Northern Corridor
- Ms C Dukwana 011 355 9502
- Ms S Hutchenson Dr Fabian & Florence Ribeiro treatment Centre 012 734 8325
- Igugulethu CYCC Mr H Rikotsho 011 916 4129
- Itereleng RFCD Mr M Mokwena 012 744 3450
- Mary Moodley CYCC Mr I. Chauke 011 964 8700
- Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa Mr Mmakola 012 546 0640
- Ms Maipato Skosana 011 227 0069 Head Office