Location: Gauteng – Pretoria
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: R163,980 per annum (Level 03)
Reference Number: 3/3/1/03/2025
Directorate: Vetting, Screening & Special Investigations
About the Department
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) is committed to securing national assets, strengthening governance, and ensuring lawful access across all departmental facilities. Through the Directorate: Vetting, Screening and Special Investigations, the department safeguards its people, property and information through strategic, compliant and proactive security operations.
Position Overview
The Security Officer will be responsible for access control, patrolling government buildings, monitoring safety risks and supporting emergency procedures. This role requires a disciplined, alert and PSIRA-registered professional who can ensure secure operations for staff and visitors within the Pretoria environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform access control duties for all visitors, staff and vehicles.
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Verify appointments and confirm visits with relevant employees.
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Issue access cards/register entries and ensure proper admission control.
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Escort visitors to designated areas when required.
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Operate X-ray machines and security equipment where applicable.
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Lock and unlock entrances at scheduled times.
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Detect suspicious behaviour and prevent unauthorised entry.
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Conduct patrols to check:
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Doors and windows (locked/unlocked)
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Leaks, fire hazards and exposed electrical points
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Suspicious packages
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Lighting conditions
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Apply emergency procedures for incidents like bomb threats, riots or fire hazards.
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Prevent unauthorised removal of departmental equipment, documents and stores.
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Inspect vehicles entering and exiting the premises.
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Record all incidents in the appropriate registers and occurrence books.
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Report missing or stolen items immediately.
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Handle classified documents according to policy.
Minimum Requirements
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Basic Education & Training (NQF Level 3) or higher
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PSIRA Grade C Registration (Mandatory)
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Knowledge of:
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Access control procedures
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Movement of equipment and stores
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MISS, MPSS, Criminal Procedure Act, Protection of Information Act
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Emergency and evacuation procedures
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Willingness to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, public holidays and irregular hours
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Ability to travel when required
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Good communication and report-writing skills
Core Competencies
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Access control & visitor management
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Surveillance, patrolling & incident detection
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Fire, risk & emergency response support
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Strong discipline, alertness & professionalism
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Knowledge of security legislation & prescripts
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Integrity and adherence to PSIRA standards
POPIA Compliance
All personal information submitted will be processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Hand Delivery:
20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002
Email Applications:
SOrecruit032025@nda.agric.za
Enquiries:
Mr TK Maila
Tel: 012 312 8627
Cell: 060 461 4811
Employment Equity:
African and Indian males, Coloured/Indian/White females, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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