CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER: PHYSICAL PROTECTION

Job Overview

The Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety in the Western Cape Government is hiring four Chief Security Officers for Physical Protection (Ref No: POCS 09/2026). Candidates must possess an appropriate 3-year National Diploma or B-Degree, a minimum Grade B PSIRA registration, and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include coordinating physical security operations, managing access control, investigating security incidents, supervising outsourced service providers, and performing managerial duties. Applications must be submitted online.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification)
• PSIRA registration minimum Grade B
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• Proven knowledge and working experience of legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices bearing on the line functions
• Information systems management knowledge
• Project management and operational management practices experience
• Policy development, monitoring and review processes
• Public service procedures, processes and systems knowledge
• Understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations
• Knowledge of Labour Relations legislation and regulations
• Knowledge of Control of access to public premises and vehicles Act, Act 53 of 1985
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993
• Understanding of PSIRA, Criminal Procedure Act, Weapons and Ammunition Act, Explosives, Electronic security systems, and Security officials Act, Act 92 of 1997
• Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• People Management and Project Management skills
• Communication skills (written and verbal), Numeracy, and Literacy

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate physical security operations within Western Cape Government institutions and facilities
• Coordinate the implementation of access control procedures to mitigate risk
• Report and investigate security incidents and breaches
• Monitor and manage outsourced security service providers
• Perform managerial and supervisory functions

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