SECURITY OFFICER is a South African government vacancy at Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ). This job is part of Circular 21 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Land Court: Randburg | closing date: 03 July 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Salary
R170 226 – R200 523 per annum (Level 03). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre
Land Court: Randburg
Requirements
- Applicants should be in possession of a Grade 10 certificate or equivalent qualification at NQF level two (02) as recognised by SAQA.
- A relevant experience required.
- Basic Security Officer’s course registered with PSIRA, a driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.
- Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of Access to Public Premises and Vehicle Act and other security related legislations, knowledge of the access control procedures, knowledge of measure for the control and movement of equipment and stores, knowledge of prescribed security procedures (e.g.
- MIS, NISA, Protection of Information Act etc.) and the authority of security officers under these documents, knowledge on the relevant emergency procedures, Batho Pele Principles, confidential, interpersonal skills, client service skills, listening skills, problem solving skills, good communication skills, computer skills, time management skills, analytical skills, attention to detail,. ability to work under pressure, accountability, be flexible, trustworthy, ability to meet deadlines, Creative, innovative and reliable.
Duties
Determine whether visitors have appointments/or the service that visitor requires, contact the relevant employees to confirm the appointment or refer the visitor to the relevant service delivery point, utilise walk-through metal detector for the effectiveness of access control, report all the identified security breaches and non-compliance to the Supervisor, ensure that unauthorised persons and dangerous object do not enter the building/premises, ensure that the admission control register is completed and issue admission control documents/ cards as required, inspect vehicles entering and leaving the premises, gather information and report on missing and stolen equipment and stores, handle documents at points of entry according to classification and the prescripts, ensure that the registers control the movement of equipment, stores and documents are completed, ensure that no equipment, stores as assets of the department leave the building /premises unauthorised, report all incidents monitored, report to the Supervisor, report all identified non-compliance to security policy and procedures to improve office security, ensure that security system is in good working condition. monitor all access points for effective access control, monitor all movements, events, and activities within the department's premises using CCTV equipment’s, undertake building/ and the primes patrols to identify and check, apply emergency procedures (in situations like bomb scares, riots etc.) and alert emergency services and department management, monitor and respond to alarm system, update the information on the occurrence book/register as and when required, liaise with supervisor to verify information recorded and ensure that recorded information is correct.
Enquiries
Technical Related Enquiries: Ms N Mhlambi Tel No: (010) 493 6316 HR Related Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (010) 494 8515
Applications
Where to send your application.
Applications can be sent via email at 2026/60/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Department Notes
All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za / www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical competency exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant. The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert. Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation considered. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, reference checks and employment verification). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process. All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointment. The Office the Chief Justice complies with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013. We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the event that your application was unsuccessful, the Office of the Chief Justice will retain your personal information for internal audit purposes as required by policies. All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide requested information will render your application null and void. The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information you shared during the recruitment process. ERRATUM: Kindly take note that the post of Deputy Director: Security Management with Ref No: 2025/436/OCJ advertised on Public Service Vacancy Circular 11 dated 27 March 2026 has been withdrawn.
Notes
The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with Employment Equity goal.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
SALARY : R170 226 – R200 523 per annum (Level 03). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Land Court: Randburg
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a Grade 10 certificate or equivalent qualification at NQF level two (02) as recognised by SAQA. A relevant
experience required. Basic Security Officer’s course registered with PSIRA, a driver’s license will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge and skills:
Knowledge of Access to Public Premises and Vehicle Act and other security related legislations, knowledge of the access control procedures, knowledge
of measure for the control and movement of equipment and stores, knowledge of prescribed security procedures (e.g. MIS, NISA, Protection of Information
Act etc.) and the authority of security officers under these documents, knowledge on the relevant emergency procedures, Batho Pele Principles,
confidential, interpersonal skills, client service skills, listening skills, problem solving skills, good communication skills, computer skills, time management
skills, analytical skills, attention to detail,. ability to work under pressure, accountability, be flexible, trustworthy, ability to meet deadlines, Creative,
innovative and reliable.
DUTIES : Determine whether visitors have appointments/or the service that visitor requires, contact the relevant employees to confirm the appointment or refer
the visitor to the relevant service delivery point, utilise walk-through metal detector for the effectiveness of access control, report all the identified security
breaches and non-compliance to the Supervisor, ensure that unauthorised persons and dangerous object do not enter the building/premises, ensure that
the admission control register is completed and issue admission control documents/ cards as required, inspect vehicles entering and leaving the
premises, gather information and report on missing and stolen equipment and stores, handle documents at points of entry according to classification and the
prescripts, ensure that the registers control the movement of equipment, stores and documents are completed, ensure that no equipment, stores as assets of
the department leave the building /premises unauthorised, report all incidents monitored, report to the Supervisor, report all identified non-compliance to
security policy and procedures to improve office security, ensure that security system is in good working condition. monitor all access points for effective
access control, monitor all movements, events, and activities within the
department's premises using CCTV equipment’s, undertake building/ and the primes patrols to identify and check, apply emergency procedures (in situations
like bomb scares, riots etc.) and alert emergency services and department management, monitor and respond to alarm system, update the information on
the occurrence book/register as and when required, liaise with supervisor to verify information recorded and ensure that recorded information is correct.
ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms N Mhlambi Tel No: (010) 493 6316 HR Related Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (010) 494 8515
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email at 2026/60/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with Employment Equity goal.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 21 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.