Security Guards REF NO: DBE/73/2026
Department of Basic Education · Pretoria, Gauteng
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- 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.