Security Supervisor

Reference Number: 2026/46/OCJ

Department: Office Of The Chief Justice

Province: National Department

Closing Date: 29 June 2026; 16h30

Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.

Centre: KwaZulu Natal Local Division of The High Court: Durban

Requirements:

1. Applicants should be in possession of Grade 12.
2. Grade B PSIRA certificate, a minimum of three (03) years Security related experience and a valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.
3. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.
4. Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of the access control procedures for the control 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 of the relevant emergency procedures.
5. Security Policy and Procedures.
6. Access to Public Premises and Vehicle Act.
7. OHS Act, 85 of 1993. computer literacy (MS Office), Communication (verbal & written), supervisory, problem solving skills, decision making skills, good interpersonal relations, listening skills and planning and organising skills.

Duties:

1. Authorise the equipments, documents and stores into or out of the building or premises, inspect and report all none functioning of security measures (e.g. X- Ray machines, walk-through metal detectors, security lights, CCTV, Biometrics, etc.). check incidents/occurrence books/registers, monitor and provide support in case of emergencies, monitor outcomes and institute the necessary corrective measures to address deviations from norms and standards, monitor access control to prevent unauthorised entry in buildings and other premises, identify risks and threats to the security of the department, provide information regarding incidents to investigating officers, conduct preliminary incident investigations and submit reports, report faulty equipment/systems, ensure systems are functioning optimally through scheduled services, monitor and respond to alarm system, 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, determine rosters, shift schedules and overtime, control leave and related personnel matters in line with HR procedures and prescripts, administer key control system, monitor performance of employees and determine training needs.
2. Contract management and management of outsourced security services. compile and submit monthly reports on security and OHS related matters.

Enquiries: Technical Related Enquiries: Ms K Marias Tel No: (031) 492 5502 HR Related Enquiries: Ms SZ Mvuyana Tel No: (031) 493 1723

Applications: You can apply on www.psc.gov.za under “vacancies” or forward your application stating the relevant reference number to: The Director-General, Office of the Public Service Commission, Private Bag X121, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-deliver at Commission House, Office Park Block B, 536 Francis Baard Street, Arcadia, Pretoria.

For Attention: Mr M Mabuza

Note:

1. Applications must consist of a) A fully completed and signed PDF Z83 application form which came into effect on 1 January 2021 and can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies). b) A recent comprehensive PDF CV with a minimum of three (3) contactable referees with their telephone numbers and email addresses.
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to bring certified copies of ID, drivers’ license and qualifications on or before the interviews.
3. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification(s), it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
4. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a top- secret clearance issued by the State Security Agency.
5. The OPSC will verify the qualifications and conduct personnel suitability checks on recommended candidates.
6. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only, thus, if you have not been contacted within 3 months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
7. Please take note that late applications will not be considered and the OPSC will not be held liable.
8. All shortlisted candidates including SMS shall undertake two pre- entry assessments.
9. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment.
10. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
11. Following the interview and technical exercise on SMS posts, the Selection Committee will recommend a candidate/s to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directives on the competency- based assessments).
12. The competency will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
13. Note (A pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) prior appointment for all SMS appointments is required).
14. Applicants are advised against the use of the old Z83 application form which was valid until 31 December 2020 because it will render such application/s invalid.
15. All shortlisted candidates must avail themselves on the date and time determined by the OPSC.
16. The OPSC reserves the right to fill or not fill any vacancy.
17. MANAGEMENT ECHELON.

Job Location Insights — KwaZulu Natal Local Division of The High Court: Durban:

• A single vacancy is listed for KwaZulu Natal Local Division of The High Court: Durban in this circular — this one.
• At R237 453 p.a., this role sits below the circular-wide average of R757 391 — often a sign of an entry-friendly post.