Position Reports to: Ops Manager: Regional Physical Security
Division: Taxpayer Engagement
Location: Gauteng North & Eastern Cape
Advert Closing Date: 16 January 2026

About the Position

SARS is looking for a dedicated, hardworking, self- driven and self-disciplined security officer who is capable and have extensive experienced in  security  supervision and the  co-ordination of protection of people, assets and facilities, an ability conduct security operational risk assessment, formulate security risk mitigation measures, compile clearly defined security procedures and ensure installed security systems are fully  functional at all times. The successful incumbent must have the in-depth knowledge of security risk identification, analytical thinking, ability to work under pressure, attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Job Purpose

SARS  seeks to appoint  the Officer-Regional Physical Security who is capable to co-ordinate the protection of people, assets, and facilities. Furthermore, to  supervise  deployed security personnel, monitor the compliance with the security Service Level Agreement and timeously escalate non-compliance incidents to management. Resolve security challenges  at allocated sites, escalate unresolved issues and report all security incidents that have taken place within the area of responsibility . Monitor all actions and events and take appropriate actions or escalate to higher  management level whenever so  required.

Conduct operational security risk assessments and ensure that security risk mitigation measures are implemented to improve security. Coordinate the work of the outsourced security service providers to ensure adherence to the provisions of the PFMA and SARS Policies and SOP. Monitor compliance policies and procedures and record all interventions made and ensure searches are conducted in line with procedures and legislation. Contribute to the development & improvement of area allocated specific standards, procedures and processes to ensure continued quality and service improvement. Ensure systems are operational and utilised optimally, report faults and ensure they are attended to and escalate where systems are not maintained.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Higher Certificate in Security Management or Security Risk Management (NQF 5) AND 3 years’ security supervisory or risk management related experience,  with a valid driver’s license.

ALTERNATIVE#

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 4 years security supervisory or security risk management related experience, with valid driver’s license.

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