SECURITY OFFICER is a South African government vacancy at Department of Employment and Labour (DEL). This job is part of Circular 15 of 2026 from the DPSA. 2 posts available | centre: Gqeberha Labour Centre: Eastern Cape | closing date: 22 May 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Salary
R201 093 per annum
Centre
Gqeberha Labour Centre: Eastern Cape
Requirements
- Grade 12 / Senior Certificate and Grade C Security Certificate (PSIRA).
- Twelve (12) months security experience.
- Knowledge: Access to Public premises and vehicles Act, Evacuation procedures, Minimum Information Security Standards, Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority Procedures, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations Act, Departmental Policies and Procedures.
- Skills: Verbal and written communication, Interpersonal Relations, Problem solving, Listening, Computer literacy, Planning and organizing, Analytical.
Duties
- Control access in and out if the Labour Centre and a provincial Office.
- Secure the flow of information and assets within the Labour Centre and a Provincial Office.
- Conduct security patrols of the building and offices to ensure safety of employees and clients.
- Conduct internal investigations and enforce security rules and regulations.
Enquiries
Mr S Mshumpela Tel No: (041) 506 5002
Applications
Where to send your application.
Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations: Private Bag X6045, Port Elizabeth, 6000 or hand deliver at VSN Building 116-134, Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha or email to Jobs-ECPLZ@LABOUR.gov.za
Department Notes
All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only combined, in PDF and as one attachment. Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted. indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. 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 the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ 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. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act(POPIA) Your information will be used soley for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement. The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Employment Equity Plan of the Department shall inform the employment decision. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) ERRATUM: Kindly take note that the post of Deputy Director: Human Resource Operations for Supported Employment Enterprises, Silverton Pretoria with Ref No: HR4/25/04/07 advertised on Public Service Vacancy Circular 11 dated 27 March 2026 with closing date of 14 April 2026 is withdrawn. For inquiries, please contact Ms. A Pretorius Tel No: (012) 843 7300
Notes
African Male, Coloured Male, Coloured Female, Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
SALARY : R201 093 per annum
CENTRE : Gqeberha Labour Centre: Eastern Cape
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 / Senior Certificate and Grade C Security Certificate (PSIRA). Twelve (12) months security experience. Knowledge: Access to Public premises and
vehicles Act, Evacuation procedures, Minimum Information Security
Standards, Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority Procedures, Batho
Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations Act, Departmental Policies and
Procedures. Skills: Verbal and written communication, Interpersonal Relations,
Problem solving, Listening, Computer literacy, Planning and organizing,
Analytical.
DUTIES : Control access in and out if the Labour Centre and a provincial Office. Secure the flow of information and assets within the Labour Centre and a Provincial
Office. Conduct security patrols of the building and offices to ensure safety of employees and clients. Conduct internal investigations and enforce security
rules and regulations.
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Mshumpela Tel No: (041) 506 5002
APPLICATIONS : Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations: Private Bag X6045, Port Elizabeth, 6000 or hand deliver at VSN Building 116-134, Govan Mbeki Avenue,
Gqeberha or email to Jobs-ECPLZ@LABOUR.gov.za
NOTE : African Male, Coloured Male, Coloured Female, Indian Males, Indian Females, White Males and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 15 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.



