Location: Eastern Cape – Middelburg (GADI)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: R163,980 per annum (Level 03)
Reference Number: 3/3/1/04/2025
Directorate: Vetting, Screening & Special Investigations – Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute (GADI)
About the Department
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) ensures national food security, rural development, and institutional protection. The Directorate: Vetting, Screening & Special Investigations safeguards departmental assets and enforces compliance with state security protocols.
Position Overview
The Security Officer will perform operational security duties, access control, incident monitoring, and emergency response within GADI facilities. This position is ideal for a professional with PSIRA Grade C certification, excellent vigilance, and strong compliance awareness.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct access control at building entrances and secured areas.
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Verify visitor appointments and escort visitors as required.
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Operate X-ray machines and security scanning equipment where applicable.
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Lock/unlock entrances and monitor premises for safety.
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Identify and respond to suspicious conduct and potential threats.
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Patrol buildings and premises to check doors, fire hazards, exposed electrical contacts, water leaks, and suspicious objects/packages.
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Apply emergency procedures during bomb threats, riots, or other incidents and alert emergency services as required.
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Control movement of equipment, documents, and departmental stores to prevent unauthorized access or removal.
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Inspect vehicles entering and leaving the premises.
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Record incidents in occurrence books and registers.
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Handle documents according to classification and security prescripts.
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Report missing or stolen equipment and ensure proper documentation.
Minimum Requirements
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Basic Education and Training (NQF Level 3) or higher.
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PSIRA Registration – Grade C (Mandatory)
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Knowledge of access control procedures, movement of equipment/stores, and prescribed security procedures (MISS, MPSS, Criminal Procedure Act, Protection of Information Act).
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Knowledge of emergency procedures and incident handling.
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Willingness to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, public holidays, and irregular hours.
Core Competencies
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Vigilance & observation skills
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Incident reporting & security compliance
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Emergency response management
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Access control & visitor management
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Patrol and monitoring procedures
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Professional conduct, integrity & adherence to security prescripts
POPIA Compliance
All personal information submitted will be handled according to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Submit your application:
Hand Delivery:
20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002
Email:
SOrecruit042025@nda.agric.za
Enquiries:
Mr TK Maila
Tel: 012 312 8627 | Cell: 060 461 4811
Employment Equity:
African, Indian males, Coloured, Indian, White females, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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