About the Role
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is searching for a diligent Senior Security Officer to join their team at the Mmabatho Regional Office. This pivotal position plays a significant role in safeguarding the department’s assets and ensuring a secure environment for both employees and the public. Located in the vibrant city of Mahikeng, this role is essential to maintaining the integrity and safety of government operations, reinforcing the importance of public service in South Africa.
As a Senior Security Officer, you will not only supervise the security functions carried out by your team but also actively monitor compliance with security policies. Your leadership will ensure that all security measures are meticulously implemented, making a tangible difference in your community’s safety and trust in public institutions. This is an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of the citizens of Mahikeng while fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the department.
About the Department
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is dedicated to the effective management and maintenance of public infrastructure, ensuring that facilities are secure and accessible. With a mission focused on promoting safety and efficiency, working in this department means being part of a team that supports the backbone of South Africa’s public service. Your role as a Senior Security Officer is crucial in helping the department meet its mandate, providing peace of mind to all who enter its premises.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise security personnel, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and standards.
- Allocate duties to security officers and monitor their performance.
- Manage access control to prevent unauthorized entry in buildings and premises.
- Authorize the movement of equipment and documents in and out of facilities.
- Inspect and report on non-functional security measures, such as X-ray machines and metal detectors.
- Monitor and respond to alarm systems and provide support during emergencies.
- Conduct preliminary incident investigations and compile reports.
- Administer control room operations and oversee all related activities.
- Review security footage upon request and maintain incident registers.
- Ensure optimal functioning of security systems through scheduled services and maintenance.
What You’ll Need
- A minimum of Grade 12 qualification.
- Grade B PSIRA certification is required.
- Knowledge of access control procedures and relevant security legislation.
- Strong communication, analytical, and numerical skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Problem-solving abilities and computer literacy.
- Capability to operate security equipment effectively.
How to Apply
Applications for the position of Senior Security Officer must be emailed to the application instructions below.
Requirements
A minimum of Grade 12 qualification and No experience required.Grade B PSIRA.
Knowledge of access control procedures, measures for the control and movement of equipment and stores, prescribed security procedures (e.
g.
MISS, NISA, Protection of Information Act, etc.
) and the authority of security officers under these documents, relevant emergency procedure.
Effective communication, analytical and numerical skills, organisation and planning, ability to meet deadlines, ability to work in a team, interpersonal skills, problem solving, motivational skills, computer literate, ability to operate equipment and machines.
Analytical thinking, ability to work under stressful situations, ability to communicate at all levels, good interpersonal relationship and hard-working.
Job 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.Monitor access control to prevent unauthorized entry in buildings and other premises.
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.
XRay machines, Walk-through metal detectors, security lights and etc.
).
Check incidents/occurrence books/registers.
Monitor and provide support in case of emergencies.
Render administrative and related functions, Determine rosters, shift schedules and overtime.
Monitor performance of employees and determine training needs.
Control leave and related personnel matters in line with HR procedures and prescripts.
Provide security related services.
Administer key control system.
Identify risks and threats to the security of the department.
Provide information regarding incidents to investigating officers.
Monitor and respond to alarm system.
Report faulty equipment/systems.
Ensure systems are functioning optimally through scheduled services.
Conduct preliminary incident investigations and submit reports.
Administer all control room operations to safeguard the department’s assets, 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.
