Security Guards
Department of Basic Education
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Salary
- R201 093 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 05 Oct 2026
Posted today
How to apply
Apply by email
How to apply: Submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-deliver to: The Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria or you can email your application to Sechele.O@dbe.gov.za/Segowa.M@dbe.gov.za/Kumalo.N@dbe.gov.za./Sko sana.th@dbe.gov.za Please visit the Department of Education’s website at www.education.gov.za Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, post 34/07, ref DBE/73/2026 (X8 POSTS). Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
Email: Sechele.O@dbe.gov.za
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Job description
Branch: Finance and Administration Chief Directorate: Finance Management Services Directorate: Security and Asset Management 12 Months Renewable Contract
Requirements:
The applicant must be in possession of a Senior Certificate or equivalent; Communication (written and verbal); Valid PSIRA Registration; Security Training with accredited security training such as Grade “A, B, C or D”; Fire Fighting & First Aid certificate added advantage; Clean criminal record; Security and operational skills- access and egress control; Patrol and surveillance techniques; CCTV and alarm monitoring; Incident and emergency response; Visitor and vehicle management; key and access control management; Communication skills- effective verbal communication; Good written communication and report writing; active listening; professional interaction with officials, visitors and the public; Personal competencies- professionalism; discipline and adherence to procedures; Reliability and punctuality; Alertness and vigilance; Ability to remain calm under pressure; Integrity, Honesty and confidentiality; Problem solving and decision making- assess situations and take appropriate actions; Ability to identify potential risks; Respond effectively to emergencies; Escalate the incidents through correct reporting channels; Exercising sound judgment within delegated authority; Team-work and interpersonal skills; Ability to work effectively as part of security team; Cooperation with management and other stakeholders; Conflict management skills; Respect for diversity and different backgrounds; Ability to work with SAPS, and other security stakeholders where required.
Duties:
The successful candidate will be responsible for guarding and protecting of people, property and information; Conducting security patrols; Monitoring CCTV and alarm systems; Searching persons, vehicles or property where legally authorised; Responding to security incidents and emergencies; Maintaining OB and incident reports; Enforcing organizational security procedures; Reporting suspicious activities, security breaches and incidents; Managing security operations in the department. ENQUIRIES Ms N Monyela Tel No: (012) 357 3294/ Mr M Segowa Tel No: (012) 357 4291
Reference number: DBE/73/2026 (X8 POSTS)