SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: 2026/39/OCJ 
SALARY : R170 226 – R200 523 per annum (Level 03). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : KwaZulu Natal Local Division of The High Court: Durban

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a grade 10 (ABET level 3) or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Basic Security Officer’s course, at least Grade C with a valid PSIRA certificate. A minimum of one (1) year experience in security industry is required. A valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of access to Public Premises and Vehicle Act and other security related legislations, knowledge of access control procedures, knowledge of 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, interpersonal skills, client service skills, listening skills, problem solving skills, decision making skills, good communication skills, computer skills and facilitating skills.

DUTIES : Perform access control functions, 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, ensure that the admission control register is completed and issue admission control documents/ cards as required, utilise walk-through metal detector for the effectiveness of access control, ensure that unauthorised persons and dangerous object do not enter the building/premises, report all the identified security breaches and non-compliance to the Supervisor, ensure that equipment, document and store do not leave or enter the building or premises unauthorised, 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, 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, operate control room security equipment’s, monitor all movements, events, and activities within the department’s premises using CCTV equipment’s, ensure that security system is in good working condition, report all incidents monitored, report to the supervisor, monitor all access points for effective access control, report all identified non-compliance to security policy and procedures to improve office security, ensure safety in the building and premises, 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, ensure all incidents are recorded in the occurrence books/registers, ensure that recorded information is correct, update the information on the occurrence book/register as and when required. Liaise with supervisor to verify information recorded and perform any other duties assigned to you by the supervisor/ Court Manager.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms K Marias Tel No: (031) 492 5502

HR Related Enquiries: Ms SZ Mvuyana Tel No: (031) 493 1723

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email at 2026/39/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Service Centre: Durban: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X54314, Durban, 4001. Applications can also be hand delivered to 1st Floor Office No 118, CNR Somtseu8 & Stalwart Simelane Streets, Durban, 4000.

NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with Employment Equity goal.

CLOSING DATE : 05 June 2026

NOTE : 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).