PHYSICAL CONTROL SECURITY OFFICER AT DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

PHYSICAL CONTROL SECURITY OFFICER AT DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
It is the Department’s intension to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filing of this
post with a candidate whose transfer /promotion / appointment will promote representivity in line with the
numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan.
APPLICATIONS : The Director-General, National Department of Health, Private Bag X399,
Pretoria, 0001. Hand delivered application may be submitted at Reception
(Brown Application Box), Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Rd, Pretoria
Townlands 351-JR or should be forwarded to recruitment@health.gov.za
quoting the reference number on the subject e-mail.

FOR ATTENTION : Ms M Shitiba
CLOSING DATE : 07 September 2026

NOTE : 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 the SMS, shall
undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to
determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Following the interview and technical exercise for SMS posts, the selection
panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency
assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of
competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing
generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS
competency assessment batteries.

Applications should be submitted on the
new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service department and should be
accompanied by a CV only (previous experience must be comprehensively
detailed). The Z83 must be fully completed (in line with DPSA Practice note),
failure to comply will automatically disqualify the applicant. Applicants are not
required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant documents on
application. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will
be requested prior to the final selection phase. Applications should be on one
PDF format (If emailed). Applications received after the closing date and those
that do not comply with the requirements will not be considered. It is the
applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications and national certificates
(where applicable) evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority
(SAQA).

Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the
collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance
with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will
be used solely for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with
third parties without prior consent unless required by law. The Department
reserves the right not to fill the posts. The successful candidate will be
subjected to personnel suitability checks and other vetting procedures.
Applicants are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to
short-listed candidates only. If notification of an interview is not received within
three (3) months after the closing date, candidates may regard their application
as unsuccessful. The Department will not be liable where applicants use
incorrect/no reference number(s) on their applications.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 30/34 : PHYSICAL CONTROL SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: NDOH 78/2026
Directorate: Security Services
Please note that this is a re-advertisement. Applicants who have previously
applied need to re-apply.

SALARY : R413 001 per annum, (plus competitive benefits)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 certificate (NQF4) and National Diploma (NQF 6) qualification in
Security Management/ Policing or Security Risk Management as recognized
PUBLIC by SAQA. Grade A PSIRA certificates. At least three (3) years’ experience in
security services at a supervisory level. Knowledge of Minimum Information
Security Standard and other departmental policies/guidelines and procedural.
Knowledge of Financial Management for Managers and departmental
computerized ordering system (LOGIS and Doctrack System). Knowledge of
general investigation functions and security policy. Knowledge of contingency
plan with regards to emergency. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety
Act 85 of 1993, Criminal Procedure Act and government legislation. Good
communication (verbal and written), planning, organization, decision making,
people management, investigation, presentation, interpersonal relations,
conflict management and computer skills (MS Office package). Ability to work
independently and under pressure, as well as in a team. A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES : Conduct preliminary investigation before registering a file/case docket. Gather,
verify, and coordinate information and documentation required for security
investigations. Coordinate and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
Liaise with internal stakeholders on criminal cases, security breaches, losses,
fraud, corruption, and misconduct within the Department. Coordinate and
monitor operational and physical security. Maintain and safeguard confidential
security files, reports, and case dockets in accordance with approved security
protocols. Supervise the implementation of key control measures and ensure
compliance with departmental key control procedures. Manage resources and
audit queries. Creating of security registers for operational and physical
security for access control measures. Administration of human resources
matters and other tasks assigned by supervisor. Coordinate leave
management processes and maintain leave plans for security personnel.

ENQUIRIES : Dr T Nghonyama Tel No: (012) 395 8746