About the Role
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to join their team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety and security of the High Court premises, ensuring that all visitors and staff can conduct their business in a secure environment. As a Security Officer, you will be on the front lines, responsible for implementing access control measures and upholding safety protocols that are vital to the integrity of our public service.
In this role, you will engage with the community daily, greeting visitors, verifying appointments, and ensuring compliance with security regulations. Your commitment to safeguarding the premises will contribute positively to the judiciary system, making it a safer place for all who enter. Join a team where your efforts will directly impact the well-being of the public and support the core mission of justice in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is dedicated to upholding the rule of law and ensuring access to justice for all citizens. With a mission to promote a fair and equitable legal system, the department oversees various functions, including the management of court operations and the protection of constitutional rights. Working here means being part of a meaningful cause that strives to improve the lives of South Africans through effective governance and justice services.
What You’ll Do
- Perform access control functions, ensuring visitors have valid appointments.
- Monitor and assess the entry and exit of vehicles and individuals on the premises.
- Ensure that security equipment, including walk-through metal detectors and CCTV, is operational.
- Complete admission control registers and issue necessary documents/cards.
- Report any security breaches or non-compliance to the supervisor.
- Conduct routine patrols of the building and grounds to identify potential security risks.
- Respond to emergencies and apply appropriate safety procedures.
- Maintain accurate records in occurrence books/registers and verify information with supervisors.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 10 or equivalent qualification recognized by SAQA.
- Completion of a Basic Security Officer’s course, at least Grade C, along with a valid PSIRA certificate.
- A minimum of one year of experience in the security industry.
- A valid driver’s license is advantageous.
- Knowledge of access control procedures and relevant security legislation.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to problem-solve effectively.
How to Apply
Applications can be sent via email to the instructions provided below.
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Requirements
An applicant should be in possession of a grade 10 or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.Basic Security Officer’s course, at least Grade C with a valid PSIRA certificate.
A minimum of one (1) year experience in security industry and a valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of Access to Public Premises and Vehicle Act and other security related legislations, access control procedures, control 71 and movement of equipment and stores, prescribed security procedures (e.
g.
MIS, NISA, Protection of Information Act, etc.
) and the authority of security officers under these documents.
Knowledge on the relevant emergency procedures and Batho Pele Principles.
Skilled in interpersonal, client service, listening skills, problem solving, decision making, communication, computer and facilitating.
Job Duties
Perform access control functions, determine whether visitors have appointments/or the service that visitor requires, contact the relevant employees to confirm the appointment or refer the visitor to the relevant service delivery point, ensure that the admission control register is completed and issue admission control documents/ cards as required, utilise walk-through metal detector for the effectiveness of access control, ensure that unauthorised persons and dangerous object do not enter the building/premises, report all the identified security breaches and non-compliance to the supervisor, ensure that equipment, document and store do not leave or enter the building or premises unauthorised, ensure that the registers control the movement of equipment, stores and documents are completed, ensure that no equipment, stores as assets of the department leave the building /premises unauthorised.Inspect vehicles entering and leaving the premises, gather information and report on missing and stolen equipment and stores, handle documents at points of entry according to classification and the prescripts, operate control room security equipment’s, monitor all movements, events, and activities within the department's premises using CCTV equipment’s, ensure that security system is in good working condition, report all incidents monitored, report to the supervisor, monitor all access points for effective access control, report all identified non-compliance to security policy and procedures to improve office security, ensure safety in the building and premises, undertake building/ and the primes patrols to identify and check, apply emergency procedures (in situations like bomb scares, riots etc.
) and alert emergency services and department management, monitor and respond to alarm system.
Ensure all incidents are recorded in the occurrence books/registers, ensure that recorded information is correct, update the information on the occurrence book/register as and when required, liaise with supervisor to verify information recorded and perform any other duties assigned to you by the supervisor/ Court Manager.
