DETAILS
Closing Date
2025/04/18
Reference Number
ETH250402-3
Job Number 42005726-1 Job Title Security OfficerJob Type Permanent Job Grade 12 Division Nil Department Alternative Operations Branch Land Invasion Vacancy Group SECURITY MANAGEMENT Reporting To Manager (Land Invasion)Location – Town / CityDURBANLocation – ProvinceKwaZulu-NatalLocation – CountrySouth AfricaJob Purpose
To co-ordinate and control all facets of security functions optimally in the Durban Central area to the
benefit/ safety of all parties concerned
Key Responsibility Areas
Ensures the protection of Council Buildings, installations, property, employees at their places
of duty and members of the public on Council premises/property.
Manages, supervises and develops the performance and conduct of subordinate security
personnel.
Compiles and timeously submits various administrative returns and documentation required
of the Division, where necessary.
Liaises with and assists appropriate internal or external departments, individuals, agencies
etc on matters or issues pertaining to security functions.
Ensures the safety and maintenance of departmental assets and safety of all officials
partaking in shooting exercises at the shooting range and members of the public in the
immediate vicinity.
Performs emergency standby duties and deputises for the Security Officer when required.
Ensures each shift performs its duties in accordance with established procedures and
standing operating procedures and that the required operational discipline is maintained.
Ensures that adequate access, egress and loss control measures are exercised and
maintained within each area of responsibility.
Undertakes specific escort security functions.
Competencies
Problem solving.
Communication.
Negotiation and influencing.
Ethical and professionalism.
Patrol, Enforcement and Emergency response.
Interpersonal relationships.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Service delivery orientation.
Resilience.
Cognitive ability.
Action and outcome orientation.
Coaching and mentoring.
Essential Requirements
Diploma (NQF Level 6) in a Police or Military or a recognised Security or Law Enforcement
environment.
Valid PSIRA Grade A certificate.
Valid Firearm Competency certificate (Handgun or Rifle and Shotgun)
Valid First Aid certificate (Level 2).
Valid Peace Officer certificate or to be obtained within 1 year from date of appointment.
Valid motor vehicle driving license.
4 years relevant experience of which 2 years must be at a supervisory level in the Security
Management environment.
Computer Literacy.
Preferred Requirements
Degree (NQF Level 7) in a Police or Military or a recognised Security or Law Enforcement
environment.
5 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be supervisory level in the Security
Management environment
Housing SubsidyYesLeaveYesMedical AidYesPension FundYesRemunerationR440 332.94 / R 571 551.37 PER ANNUAM13th ChequeYesContact NameHUMAN CAPITAL SECURITY MANAGEMENTContact Telephone031 322 9572