Security Officer - ZF Mgcawu Regional Office (Upington) (X8 Posts) REF NO: CM (SEC) 01/01/2026 at North West Department: Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants must be in possession of ABET / Grade 11 Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Registered as Security Officer with Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) with a minimum of at least Grade C certificate.
• 0 – 2 years’ experience in security operation

DUTIES :

• Perform access control functions. Determine whether visitors have appointments or the services that the visitors require. Contact the relevant employee to confirm the appointment or refer the visitor to the relevant service delivery point. Complete or ensure that the admission control register is controlled and issue control documents / cards as required.
• Operate x-ray machines in the performance of access control to detect unauthorised and dangerous equipment (e.g firearms, knives and e.t.c.) where required.
• Utilise walk through metal detectors for the effectiveness of access control. Ensure that unauthorised persons and dangerous objects do not enter the building premises.
• Perform proper lock-up for all offices and access points. Identify suspicious conduct. Follow up on incidents. Report all identified security breaches and non-compliance to the supervisor. Ensure that all incidents are recorded in the occurrence book / register. Ensure safety in the building and on the premises.
• Ensure that equipment, documents and stores do not leave or enter the building or premises unauthorised. Operate control room security equipment.