Senior Security Officer

Overview

Supervise security officers and manage duty rosters for the Department of Agriculture in Pretoria, requiring Grade 12, PSIRA Grade B, and three years of security experience.

Requirements

• Applicants must be in possession of grade 12 certificate.
• Grade B Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) Certificate.
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years security experience Job related knowledge: Knowledge of access control procedures.
• Knowledge of measures for the control and movement of equipment.
• Knowledge of security incident reporting and recording procedures.
• Knowledge of the powers, duties and responsibilities of security officers in terms of applicable legislation, policies, standards and procedures.
• Knowledge of prescribed security Legislation (e.g.
• Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS), Criminal Procedure Act, Minimum Physical Security Standard (MPSS), Protection of Information Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, etc) and the authority of security officers under these documents.
• Knowledge on the relevant emergency procedures.
• Willingness to work 12 hours shifts, travel and work irregular hours (afterhours, weekends and public holidays).
• Valid driver’s license.

Duties

• Supervise the security functions performed by the security officers, ensuring adherence to department security policies.
• Allocate duties to security officers, monitor outcomes and institute the necessary corrective measures to address deviations from norms and standards.
• Develop and manage duty rosters, shift schedules and overtime arrangements in accordance with operational requirements and applicable prescripts.
• Monitor access control to prevent unauthorised entry in buildings and other premises.
• Authorisation of the equipment, documents and stores into or out of the building or premises.
• Inspect and report all none functioning of security measures (e.g., X-Ray machines, Walk-through metal detectors, security lights and etc.).
• Report faulty, damaged or non-functional security equipment and systems to the relevant supervisor or responsible unit.
• Supervise human resources/staff.
• Allocating work.
• Check, verify and update documentation/registers (leave forms, EPMDS, overtime).
• Updating work plans and performance standards.
• Performance assessment.
• Staff development.
• Manage export admin office to ensure effecting Wine Online support services.
• Ensure that incidents are properly recorded in occurrence books, incident registers and other prescribed records.
• Review security camera footage upon receipt of an authorised request and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Identify, respond to and report security breaches, incidents, and other irregularities.
• Monitor and provide support in case of emergencies.
• Inspect and verify occurrence books, registers and other prescribed security records to ensure that they are accurately and consistently maintained.
• Ensure that unauthorised persons and dangerous or prohibited objects do not enter departmental buildings or premises.
• Conduct security inspections and ensure that all access points and designated areas are properly secured and locked after hours.
• Ensure that the movement of equipment, assets, documents, and other items into and out of departmental premises is properly authorised and controlled.
• Administrative and related functions.
• Determining rosters, shift schedules and overtime.
• Monitor performance of employees and determine training needs.
• Control leaves and related personnel matters in line with HR procedures and prescripts.
• Provide security related services.
• Administer key control system.
• Identify risks and threats to the security of the department.
• Provide information regarding incidents to investigating officers.
• Report faulty equipment/systems.
• Ensure systems are functioning optimally through scheduled services.
• Conduct preliminary incident investigations and submit reports.
• Administer all control room operations to safeguard the department`s assets.
• Supervise all control room activities.
• Ensure that control room personnel perform their duties in accordance with approved procedures and security prescripts.
• Report all incidents and any identified non-compliance relating to security prescripts.
• Review of footages upon request through proper procedure.
• Update all registers for the incidents observed.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email SSOrecruit83@nda.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr Thabo Maila Tel No: (012) 312 8627

Notes

EE Targets: Coloured Males and African Females, and persons with disability. To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. 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. 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. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. MANAGEMENT ECHELON