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Shift Leader – SecurityJohannesburg
Directorate: Security Management
Closes Friday 27 November 2026
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Supervisory security role running one shift: duty rosters, staff attendance, access control, control room, incident reporting. Suits people with supervisory security experience and PSIRA registration.
- Lead one security shift: draw up duty rosters, allocate tasks, and check that security staff are posted and present.
- Run control room operations, supervise control room activities, and monitor access control to buildings.
- Report and record security incidents and breaches, keep registers, and help investigate incidents.
- Must have a Grade 12 certificate at NQF level 4 recognised by SAQA, and Grade C Security Training registered with PSIRA.
- Must have 3 years of security experience at a supervisory level.
- Based in Johannesburg. The post is for two posts under reference REFS/057304, with a salary of R201 093 per year (Level 04) plus benefits.
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Requirements
Grade 12 Certificate at NQF level 4 as recognized by SAQA with Grade C Security Training registered with PSIRA. 3 Years security experience in a supervisory level.
Duties
- Performs the administrative duties for all security related functions associated with an assigned shift.
- Drafting duty rosters and posting sheets, Monitor the proper posting and deploying of security personnel daily.
- Allocate security tasks.
- Monitor attendance of security officers.
- Conduct uniform/dress code inspection.
- Implement parade during booking on duty.
- Enforce adherence to site instructions and procedures.
- Liaise with Senior Security Officer in terms of daily operations.
- Conduct hand over to the next shift.
- Implement the security operational plan.
- Assist with the control of emergency plan and evacuation procedures and drills.
- Assist with the planning of security measures for events.
- Monitor and provide support in case of emergencies.
- Administer all controls room operations to safeguard the department assets.
- Supervise all control rooms activities.
- Report all incidents and any identified non- compliance relating to security prescripts.
- Review of footage upon request through proper procedure.
- Update all registers for the incidents observed.
- Monitor incidents/ occurrence books/registers.
- Monitor access control to prevent unauthorised entry in buildings and other premises.
- Authorise the equipment, documents, and stores into or out of the building or premise.
- Inspect the functioning of electronic, radio and panic button systems.
- X- Ray machines, walk – through metal detectors, security lights and report all none functioning of security measures.
- Monitor and provide support in case of emergencies.
- Record security incidents and breaches and report to the Senior Security Officer.
- Control the keeping of registers as needed and the recording of all security related activities and incidents.
- Identify risk and thread to the security of the department.
- Assist with the investigation of security incidents and breaches and provide input on preventative measures.
- Compile reports to Senior Security Officers as needed.
How to apply
To apply for the below positions, please submit your application strictly online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No hand-delivery or emailed applications will be accepted.
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Enquiries
Mr. Leon Steyn at (083) 231 4399
Notes from the department
- Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed personal information, duties, experience, and references) is required.
- The online Z83 form must be completed in full.
- All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the online Z83 must be completed in full.
- Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the online 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.
- Applicants are not required to attach copies of qualifications.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents.
- 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).
- Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determined by the Gauteng Department of e-Government.
- The appointment is subject to positive outcomes on employment suitability checks, which include but are not limited to security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification, and criminal record.
- Successful candidates must obtain a positive security clearance.
- Applicants who fail to meet the requirements will not be considered.
- Such applications will be regarded as a regret.
- All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
- One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
- Please note that all applicants for Senior Management positions are required to complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme administered by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
- No appointment will take place without the successful completion of the pre-entry certificate and submission of proof thereof.
- The Course is available at NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/smspre-entry-programme/.
- For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
- Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
- (This applies only when there is an SMS post).” If you have not received a response from this institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s).
As printed in Circular 41 of 2026 · page 122 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 41/185: SHIFT LEADER – SECURITY REF NO: REFS/057304 (X2 POSTS) Directorate: Security Management SALARY: R201 093 per annum (Level 04), (plus benefits) CENTRE: Johannesburg REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 Certificate at NQF level 4 as recognized by SAQA with Grade C Security Training registered with PSIRA. 3 Years security experience in a supervisory level. DUTIES: Performs the administrative duties for all security related functions associated with an assigned shift. Drafting duty rosters and posting sheets, Monitor the proper posting and deploying of security personnel daily. Allocate security tasks. Monitor attendance of security officers. Conduct uniform/dress code inspection. Implement parade during booking on duty. Enforce adherence to site instructions and procedures. Liaise with Senior Security Officer in terms of daily operations. Conduct hand over to the next shift. Implement the security operational plan. Assist with the control of emergency plan and evacuation procedures and drills. Assist with the planning of security measures for events. Monitor and provide support in case of emergencies. Administer all controls room operations to safeguard the department assets. Supervise all control rooms activities. Report all incidents and any identified non- compliance relating to security prescripts. Review of footage upon request through proper procedure. Update all registers for the incidents observed. Monitor incidents/ occurrence books/registers. Monitor access control to prevent unauthorised entry in buildings and other premises. Authorise the equipment, documents, and stores into or out of the building or premise. Inspect the functioning of electronic, radio and panic button systems. X- Ray machines, walk – through metal detectors, security lights and report all none functioning of security measures. Monitor and provide support in case of emergencies. Record security incidents and breaches and report to the Senior Security Officer. Control the keeping of registers as needed and the recording of all security related activities and incidents. Identify risk and thread to the security of the department. Assist with the investigation of security incidents and breaches and provide input on preventative measures. Compile reports to Senior Security Officers as needed. ENQUIRIES: Mr. Leon Steyn at (083) 231 4399