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Kwa Zulu Natal, ZA

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Department of Employment and Labour

Durban

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Kwa Zulu Natal, ZA

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Security

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R201,093 p/a

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Durban

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Kwa Zulu Natal, ZA

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Security

Permanent

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R201,093 p/a

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1

Position Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is recruiting a Security Officer at the Durban Labour Centre, KwaZulu-Natal. This is a permanent government opportunity for candidates with Grade 12, a PSIRA Grade C certificate and security experience. The position offers a salary of R201,093 per annum.


Important: This is a re-advertisement. Applicants who applied previously must re-apply.

1

Position Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is recruiting a Security Officer at the Durban Labour Centre, KwaZulu-Natal. This is a permanent government opportunity for candidates with Grade 12, a PSIRA Grade C certificate and security experience. The position offers a salary of R201,093 per annum.


Important: This is a re-advertisement. Applicants who applied previously must re-apply.

1

Position Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is recruiting a Security Officer at the Durban Labour Centre, KwaZulu-Natal. This is a permanent government opportunity for candidates with Grade 12, a PSIRA Grade C certificate and security experience. The position offers a salary of R201,093 per annum.


Important: This is a re-advertisement. Applicants who applied previously must re-apply.

1

Position Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is recruiting a Security Officer at the Durban Labour Centre, KwaZulu-Natal. This is a permanent government opportunity for candidates with Grade 12, a PSIRA Grade C certificate and security experience. The position offers a salary of R201,093 per annum.


Important: This is a re-advertisement. Applicants who applied previously must re-apply.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

  • PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate

  • At least 12 months' security experience

  • Computer literacy

  • Good verbal and written communication

  • Good interpersonal and listening skills

  • Planning and organising skills

  • Problem-solving ability


Advantageous:

  • Knowledge of security procedures in government buildings

  • Knowledge of evacuation procedures

  • Knowledge of PSIRA procedures

  • Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles


NB: Knowledge of the Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, Minimum Information Security Standards, Public Service Regulations and departmental policies is required.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

  • PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate

  • At least 12 months' security experience

  • Computer literacy

  • Good verbal and written communication

  • Good interpersonal and listening skills

  • Planning and organising skills

  • Problem-solving ability


Advantageous:

  • Knowledge of security procedures in government buildings

  • Knowledge of evacuation procedures

  • Knowledge of PSIRA procedures

  • Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles


NB: Knowledge of the Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, Minimum Information Security Standards, Public Service Regulations and departmental policies is required.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

  • PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate

  • At least 12 months' security experience

  • Computer literacy

  • Good verbal and written communication

  • Good interpersonal and listening skills

  • Planning and organising skills

  • Problem-solving ability


Advantageous:

  • Knowledge of security procedures in government buildings

  • Knowledge of evacuation procedures

  • Knowledge of PSIRA procedures

  • Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles


NB: Knowledge of the Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, Minimum Information Security Standards, Public Service Regulations and departmental policies is required.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

  • PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate

  • At least 12 months' security experience

  • Computer literacy

  • Good verbal and written communication

  • Good interpersonal and listening skills

  • Planning and organising skills

  • Problem-solving ability


Advantageous:

  • Knowledge of security procedures in government buildings

  • Knowledge of evacuation procedures

  • Knowledge of PSIRA procedures

  • Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles


NB: Knowledge of the Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, Minimum Information Security Standards, Public Service Regulations and departmental policies is required.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

  • Controlling access to the Labour Centre and Provincial Office

  • Securing information and departmental assets

  • Conducting building and office security patrols

  • Protecting employees and clients

  • Conducting internal security investigations

  • Enforcing security rules and regulations


Tip: This is a re-advertised position, so previous applicants must submit a new application. Ensure your Z83 and CV are combined into one attachment for online applications.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

  • Controlling access to the Labour Centre and Provincial Office

  • Securing information and departmental assets

  • Conducting building and office security patrols

  • Protecting employees and clients

  • Conducting internal security investigations

  • Enforcing security rules and regulations


Tip: This is a re-advertised position, so previous applicants must submit a new application. Ensure your Z83 and CV are combined into one attachment for online applications.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

  • Controlling access to the Labour Centre and Provincial Office

  • Securing information and departmental assets

  • Conducting building and office security patrols

  • Protecting employees and clients

  • Conducting internal security investigations

  • Enforcing security rules and regulations


Tip: This is a re-advertised position, so previous applicants must submit a new application. Ensure your Z83 and CV are combined into one attachment for online applications.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

  • Controlling access to the Labour Centre and Provincial Office

  • Securing information and departmental assets

  • Conducting building and office security patrols

  • Protecting employees and clients

  • Conducting internal security investigations

  • Enforcing security rules and regulations


Tip: This is a re-advertised position, so previous applicants must submit a new application. Ensure your Z83 and CV are combined into one attachment for online applications.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Permanent government employment

  • Salary of R201,093 per annum

  • Experience in public-sector security

  • Exposure to government security procedures

  • Experience in access control and investigations

  • Public Service career development


Tip: Clearly highlight your PSIRA Grade C certificate, security experience and relevant security knowledge on your CV.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Permanent government employment

  • Salary of R201,093 per annum

  • Experience in public-sector security

  • Exposure to government security procedures

  • Experience in access control and investigations

  • Public Service career development


Tip: Clearly highlight your PSIRA Grade C certificate, security experience and relevant security knowledge on your CV.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Permanent government employment

  • Salary of R201,093 per annum

  • Experience in public-sector security

  • Exposure to government security procedures

  • Experience in access control and investigations

  • Public Service career development


Tip: Clearly highlight your PSIRA Grade C certificate, security experience and relevant security knowledge on your CV.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Permanent government employment

  • Salary of R201,093 per annum

  • Experience in public-sector security

  • Exposure to government security procedures

  • Experience in access control and investigations

  • Public Service career development


Tip: Clearly highlight your PSIRA Grade C certificate, security experience and relevant security knowledge on your CV.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Completed and signed new Z83 application form

  • Updated comprehensive CV

  • Z83 and CV combined into one attachment for online applications

Only shortlisted candidates will later be asked for certified qualifications and other supporting documents.


Ensure CV includes:

  • Full work history

  • Employer names

  • Employment dates

  • Security duties

  • PSIRA qualification

  • Relevant security experience

  • Contactable references


Applications:

By Post:

Hand Delivery:

Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
Private Bag X10074
Marine Parade
Durban
4056

Government Building
Masonic Grove
Durban


Online:


Enquiries:


  • Closing date: 05 October 2026

    • Walk-in: 16:00

    • Online: 23:59

  • Apply early — late applications will NOT be accepted

  • Email applications must include the correct job title and reference number HR4/4/8/07

  • Application is submitted by post, hand delivery or email


Tip: Use the new Z83 form. Applications using the old Z83, incomplete forms or incorrect application details will not be considered.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Completed and signed new Z83 application form

  • Updated comprehensive CV

  • Z83 and CV combined into one attachment for online applications

Only shortlisted candidates will later be asked for certified qualifications and other supporting documents.


Ensure CV includes:

  • Full work history

  • Employer names

  • Employment dates

  • Security duties

  • PSIRA qualification

  • Relevant security experience

  • Contactable references


Applications:

By Post:

Hand Delivery:

Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
Private Bag X10074
Marine Parade
Durban
4056

Government Building
Masonic Grove
Durban


Online:


Enquiries:


  • Closing date: 05 October 2026

    • Walk-in: 16:00

    • Online: 23:59

  • Apply early — late applications will NOT be accepted

  • Email applications must include the correct job title and reference number HR4/4/8/07

  • Application is submitted by post, hand delivery or email


Tip: Use the new Z83 form. Applications using the old Z83, incomplete forms or incorrect application details will not be considered.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Completed and signed new Z83 application form

  • Updated comprehensive CV

  • Z83 and CV combined into one attachment for online applications

Only shortlisted candidates will later be asked for certified qualifications and other supporting documents.


Ensure CV includes:

  • Full work history

  • Employer names

  • Employment dates

  • Security duties

  • PSIRA qualification

  • Relevant security experience

  • Contactable references


Applications:

By Post:

Hand Delivery:

Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
Private Bag X10074
Marine Parade
Durban
4056

Government Building
Masonic Grove
Durban


Online:


Enquiries:


  • Closing date: 05 October 2026

    • Walk-in: 16:00

    • Online: 23:59

  • Apply early — late applications will NOT be accepted

  • Email applications must include the correct job title and reference number HR4/4/8/07

  • Application is submitted by post, hand delivery or email


Tip: Use the new Z83 form. Applications using the old Z83, incomplete forms or incorrect application details will not be considered.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Completed and signed new Z83 application form

  • Updated comprehensive CV

  • Z83 and CV combined into one attachment for online applications

Only shortlisted candidates will later be asked for certified qualifications and other supporting documents.


Ensure CV includes:

  • Full work history

  • Employer names

  • Employment dates

  • Security duties

  • PSIRA qualification

  • Relevant security experience

  • Contactable references


Applications:

By Post:

Hand Delivery:

Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
Private Bag X10074
Marine Parade
Durban
4056

Government Building
Masonic Grove
Durban


Online:


Enquiries:


  • Closing date: 05 October 2026

    • Walk-in: 16:00

    • Online: 23:59

  • Apply early — late applications will NOT be accepted

  • Email applications must include the correct job title and reference number HR4/4/8/07

  • Application is submitted by post, hand delivery or email


Tip: Use the new Z83 form. Applications using the old Z83, incomplete forms or incorrect application details will not be considered.

6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

You need Grade 12 / Senior Certificate and a PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate.

Who can apply?

Candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements may apply. The Department encourages applications from African Males, Indian Males, White Males, White Females and People with Disabilities.

Is experience required?

Yes. At least 12 months' security experience is required.

Do previous applicants need to apply again?

Yes. This is a re-advertisement, and previous applicants must re-apply.

How do I apply?

Complete the new Z83 and CV, then submit by post, hand delivery or email to Jobs-KZN16@Labour.gov.za before 05 October 2026.

Is there career growth?

The role provides experience in government security, access control, investigations and compliance, which can support progression into more senior security positions.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

You need Grade 12 / Senior Certificate and a PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate.

Who can apply?

Candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements may apply. The Department encourages applications from African Males, Indian Males, White Males, White Females and People with Disabilities.

Is experience required?

Yes. At least 12 months' security experience is required.

Do previous applicants need to apply again?

Yes. This is a re-advertisement, and previous applicants must re-apply.

How do I apply?

Complete the new Z83 and CV, then submit by post, hand delivery or email to Jobs-KZN16@Labour.gov.za before 05 October 2026.

Is there career growth?

The role provides experience in government security, access control, investigations and compliance, which can support progression into more senior security positions.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

You need Grade 12 / Senior Certificate and a PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate.

Who can apply?

Candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements may apply. The Department encourages applications from African Males, Indian Males, White Males, White Females and People with Disabilities.

Is experience required?

Yes. At least 12 months' security experience is required.

Do previous applicants need to apply again?

Yes. This is a re-advertisement, and previous applicants must re-apply.

How do I apply?

Complete the new Z83 and CV, then submit by post, hand delivery or email to Jobs-KZN16@Labour.gov.za before 05 October 2026.

Is there career growth?

The role provides experience in government security, access control, investigations and compliance, which can support progression into more senior security positions.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

You need Grade 12 / Senior Certificate and a PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate.

Who can apply?

Candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements may apply. The Department encourages applications from African Males, Indian Males, White Males, White Females and People with Disabilities.

Is experience required?

Yes. At least 12 months' security experience is required.

Do previous applicants need to apply again?

Yes. This is a re-advertisement, and previous applicants must re-apply.

How do I apply?

Complete the new Z83 and CV, then submit by post, hand delivery or email to Jobs-KZN16@Labour.gov.za before 05 October 2026.

Is there career growth?

The role provides experience in government security, access control, investigations and compliance, which can support progression into more senior security positions.


7

Disclaimer

Important Note

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only. We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify vacancy details, application requirements and submission instructions through the official Department of Employment and Labour recruitment channels before applying.

7

Disclaimer

Important Note

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only. We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify vacancy details, application requirements and submission instructions through the official Department of Employment and Labour recruitment channels before applying.

7

Disclaimer

Important Note

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only. We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify vacancy details, application requirements and submission instructions through the official Department of Employment and Labour recruitment channels before applying.

7

Disclaimer

Important Note

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Spanisam is 100% free for job seekers, and no fees are allowed at any stage of the application process.

Any request for payment should be reported to us immediately.

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