Security Officer (P17) (Protection Services Division) (X18 Posts) at University of Johannesburg

Job Description:

• This position is responsible for professional protection, safeguarding, safety, and security of assets, property, staff, students, and all visitors, within the immediate vicinity of the University.

Responsibilities:

Security Services:

• Protect the property of UJ, staff, students and visitors through physical patrolling of the premises and enforcement of access control.
• Ensure that students, staff and visitors adhere to security policies.
• Ensure that physical security infrastructure (e.g. gates, street lights, burglar proofing) are in proper working condition and report any defects.
• Patrol University premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion or non-compliance.
• Identify, report and act timeously on emergency incidents.
• Secure crime scenes according to training until Supervisors arrive.
• Accurately complete role administration requirements.
• Ensure that the necessary documents are completed with regard to a specific incident.
• Take down and give an accurate statement of situations both verbally and in writing.
• Monitor and operate security systems when required, including the effective use of allocated equipment.
• Undertake preliminary investigations into reports of offences as required.
• Provide escort duties for staff at night.
• Attend and proactively deal with any security-related incident, as directed by the duty/control room, Senior Officer, Supervisor, or other member of protection services management team.
• Record all incidents in the appropriate format and write concise and accurate incident reports as necessary.
• Look for abandoned bags during shift change and hand them to safe keeping.
• Conduct searches as required.
• Control the safeguarding and issuing of keys.
• Upkeep an admin system regarding lost and found.
• Enforce and comply with the University’s rule SOPs, rules, regulations and policies.

Access Control:

• Perform and enforce UJ access control.
• Check all personnel access permits, student permits, visitor’s permits, vehicle permits, work orders/permits, and asset control forms.
• Search bags, vehicles as per standard operating procedures in accordance with the risk rating.
• Check material removal permits and verify content and authorisation signature.
• Lock and secure gates and doors after hours.

Customer Services:

• Ensure a friendly, helpful, and effective protection service is provided to all staff, students and visitors.
• Carry out duties, e.g. in connection with event days, open days; public, visitors or staff demonstrations, attend and assist at any emergency incident as directed by senior personnel.
• Present a professional image to clients through appearance and conduct.
• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.

Health and Safety:

• Assist in emergency situations such as fire or medical-related incidents by acting as the first line of response.
• Operate security-related and personal protective equipment following departmental procedures, ensuring the equipment is clean and stored correctly, reporting any faults to senior personnel.

Professional Development:

• Undertake staff training as required.
• Receive guidance and instruction from the senior personnel when necessary.

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric (NQF4) equivalent qualification.
• Valid Grade C Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) registration.
• Computer Literary (Basic Microsoft Packages).
• Clearance record from South African Police Services.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in security services.
• A level of medical, psychological, and physical fitness commensurate with the inherent requirements of the position.

Recommendations:

• Preference may be given to applicants with NQF 5 qualification or higher.
• Preference may be given to applicants with knowledge of electronic access control and video management systems.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience in educational or corporate campus security environment.
• Preference may be given to applicants with a Professional drivers permit (PDP).
• Preference may be given to applicants with higher PSIRA Grades or Accreditation (e.g. Grade A or B, Armed Reaction, Special Events Security).
• Preference may be given to applicants with a valid SAPS Firearm Competency Certificate.
• Preference may be given to applicants with training/experience in Firefighting and First Aid.

 Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and write English equivalent to a high school certification.
• Good observation skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Aware of health and   safety issues.
• Dealing with people politely but in an authoritative manner.
• Computer literate, able to use MS Office and also visitor management systems.
• Experience in monitoring and controlling security equipment.
• Focused on the delivery of customer service.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Deadline:8th May,2026