Security Officer

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Security Officer

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: GSH9/2026

Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

Experience:

Appropriate experience as a Security Officer.

Registration With A Professional Council:

Candidates must be registered as a Security Officer Grade C or higher with the Security Board in terms of the Security Industry Regulatory Authority Act PSIRA.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs):

Ensure access/egress control, patrolling of buildings, parking areas and perimeter fencing. Investigation of crimes, incidents, security breaches and writing of statements and reports. Controlling of all hospital keys. Supervise outsource security officers.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7).

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

Knowledge of security related prescripts, regulations and procedures. Basic knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Ability to work in a team as well as independently and change to any shift when required. Be responsible and diligent and ability to work under pressure. Good communication skills (verbal and written).

Enquiries:

Mr S Ndzuzo, tel. no

Note:

The pool of applications will be considered for vacancies within Groote Schuur Hospital, for a period of three months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post. No payment of any kind is required when applying for these posts. Shortlisted candidates maybe subjected to a practical assessment.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job:

Willingness to work shifts, change shifts when required and be available on a 24-hour basis. Must be physically fit. A valid driver's licence.

Remuneration:

R R per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date:

1/23/2026 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post'stechnical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct)assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver's license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.

Closing date: 2026/02/06 17:00:00