The Department of Employment and Labour has announced an opportunity for 103 Security Officer positions across several Labour Centres and the Provincial Office in the North West. The posts are offered on a one-year contract and may appeal to experienced security personnel who meet the required Grade 12, PSIRA and work-experience requirements.
The advertised salary is R201,093 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits. Successful candidates will be responsible for protecting employees, clients, information and government assets while helping maintain a safe and orderly environment at Labour Centres.
This opportunity is particularly relevant to security officers who already understand access control, patrol duties, evacuation procedures and the importance of following public-service regulations.
Here is what applicants should know before preparing their applications. See section 8 below to apply.
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1. Overview of the Security Officer Position
The Department of Employment and Labour is recruiting 103 Security Officers for a one-year contract.
The positions are located at the Department’s Provincial Office and various Labour Centres in the North West. The successful applicants will help secure public-service facilities where employees and members of the public visit for labour-related services.
The role goes beyond simply monitoring entrances. Security officers will be expected to control access, protect assets and information, conduct patrols, enforce security procedures and assist with maintaining a safe environment.
Applicants should therefore be prepared to work in a professional public-service setting where communication, discipline, alertness and accurate reporting are important.
The position may be suitable for someone who has already worked in a security environment and understands the responsibilities associated with protecting people and property.
2. Where the 103 Security Officer Posts Are Available
The vacancies are spread across several locations in North West.
The advertised posts include:
- Provincial Office: 13 posts – Ref No. HR4/4/08/1
- Brits Labour Centre: 13 posts – Ref No. HR4/4/08/02
- Mafikeng Labour Centre: 13 posts – Ref No: HR4/4/08/03
- Rustenburg Labour Centre: 13 posts – Ref No: HR4/4/08/04
- Lichtenburg Labour Centre: 11 posts – Ref No: HR4/4/08/05
- Klerksdorp Labour Centre: 10 posts – Ref No: HR4/4/08/06
- Taung Labour Centre: 10 posts – Ref No: HR4/4/08/07
- Mogwase Labour Centre: 10 posts – Ref No: HR4/4/08/08
- Potchefstroom Labour Centre: 10 posts – Ref No: HR4/4/08/09
Applicants must ensure that they select the correct centre and use the correct reference number and email address when applying.
Submitting an application to the wrong email address could result in the application not being considered.
3. Salary and Contract Information
The advertised salary for the Security Officer position is:
R201,093 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
The position is offered on a one-year contract.
The phrase “37% in lieu of benefits” means that the advertised package includes an additional amount instead of the usual employment benefits associated with a permanent public-service position.
Applicants should carefully consider the contract period and understand that the advert does not guarantee permanent employment after the one-year contract ends.
The closing date is:
18 September 2026
The Department has provided two submission deadlines:
- Walk-in applications: By 16:00 on 18 September 2026
- Online applications: By 23:59 on 18 September 2026
Applicants should avoid waiting until the final day, especially if they need time to complete the new Z83 form or confirm the correct application email address.
4. Requirements and Qualifications
The Department has listed several essential requirements for the Security Officer posts.
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 or Senior Certificate
- Grade C Security Certificate
- A valid PSIRA-related security qualification
- At least 12 months of security experience
The Grade C requirement is important because applicants should ensure that their security certificate is valid and meets the requirements stated in the vacancy.
Candidates should also make sure their CV clearly explains their previous security experience. Simply listing the name of an employer may not be enough. It is helpful to describe the type of security duties performed, such as access control, patrols, incident reporting, monitoring visitors or protecting property.
The advert also lists computer literacy as a required skill, so applicants should be comfortable using basic computer systems and recording information accurately.
5. Duties and Daily Responsibilities
The successful Security Officers will perform several duties designed to protect the Labour Centres and Provincial Office.
Controlling access
Security Officers will control the movement of people entering and leaving the premises.
This may involve checking visitors, monitoring access points and ensuring that only authorised individuals enter restricted areas.
Protecting information and assets
The role includes securing the flow of information and protecting departmental assets.
This requires confidentiality, alertness and an understanding of why government information and equipment must be handled responsibly.
Conducting security patrols
Officers will patrol buildings and offices to identify possible security risks and ensure the safety of employees and members of the public.
Patrol duties require observation, consistency and the ability to report unusual activity.
Enforcing security rules
The successful applicants will be expected to enforce security rules and regulations in line with departmental policies.
This means officers must remain professional and apply procedures consistently.
Conducting internal investigations
The position may also involve conducting internal investigations.
Applicants should therefore be able to gather information, listen carefully, identify relevant details and report findings accurately.
6. Skills and Knowledge Applicants Need
The Department is looking for candidates who can combine practical security experience with professional workplace skills.
Important areas of knowledge include:
- Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act
- Evacuation procedures
- Minimum Information Security Standards
- PSIRA procedures
- Batho Pele Principles
- Public Service Regulations Act
- Departmental policies and procedures
The Batho Pele Principles are particularly relevant in a public-service environment because they focus on improving the way members of the public are treated when accessing government services.
Applicants should also demonstrate:
- Verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal relations
- Problem-solving ability
- Listening skills
- Planning and organising
- Analytical thinking
- Computer literacy
A Security Officer may be the first person a visitor meets at a government building. For that reason, being firm and professional should be balanced with courtesy and respect.
7. How to Prepare a Strong Application
A strong application should clearly show that the applicant meets the essential requirements.
Before applying, candidates should:
- Update their CV.
- Include their Grade 12 qualification.
- Clearly list their Grade C security certificate.
- Include relevant PSIRA information.
- Describe at least 12 months of security experience.
- Mention experience with access control and patrols.
- Include any experience with incident reporting or investigations.
- Check that their contact details are correct.
- Confirm the preferred Labour Centre and reference number.
- Proofread the application before submitting it.
Applicants should avoid submitting a generic CV that does not explain their security background.
Where possible, include practical examples of previous duties and responsibilities. This can help the recruiting team understand how the applicant’s experience relates to the advertised position.
8. How to Apply for the Security Officer Posts
Online applications must be submitted using the new Z83 application form and an updated, comprehensive CV via email addresses provided below.
The Z83 form can be obtained from a Public Service Department or downloaded from the official government documents website, or download the new editable Z83 form here: Download Here
Online applications must include:
- A completed, initialled and signed Z83 form.
- An updated comprehensive CV.
- The Z83 form and CV are combined into one attachment.
- The correct job title.
- The correct reference number.
- The correct email address for the selected Labour Centre.
Applicants should use the email address linked to the specific centre they are applying for.
The application email addresses in the vacancy are:
Provincial Office
Jobs-SPER-NW@labour.gov.za
Brits
Jobs-SPHRD-NW@labour.gov.za
Mafikeng
Jobs-NW3@labour.gov.za
Rustenburg
Jobs-NW011@labour.gov.za
Lichtenburg
Jobs-NW013@labour.gov.za
Klerksdorp
Jobs-NW015@labour.gov.za
Mogwase
Jobs-NW@labour.gov.za
Potchefstroom
Jobs-NW9@labour.gov.za
Walk-in applications may be delivered to:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X2040
Mmabatho
2735
Alternatively, applications may be hand-delivered to:
Provident House
University Drive
Mmabatho
The closing date is 18 September 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online)
9. Important Application Instructions
Applicants must follow the instructions carefully.
The Department has stated that applications using the old Z83 form will not be considered.
All relevant sections of the new Z83 form must be completed. Where space is limited, applicants may refer to their CV in certain sections, but the declaration must still be completed, initialled and signed.
Applicants should also note the following:
- Each post or reference number must have its own application.
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified documents.
- Shortlisted applicants may need to provide proof of qualifications and related documents before or on the interview date.
- Foreign qualifications may require a SAQA evaluation report where applicable.
- The Department may conduct pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
- The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Only shortlisted candidates will receive correspondence.
Applicants who have not been contacted within eight weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
10. Final Thoughts
The 103 Security Officer vacancies offer an opportunity for suitably qualified security personnel to work within the Department of Employment and Labour in the North West.
The positions require more than physical security awareness. Applicants must also demonstrate professionalism, communication skills, knowledge of public-service procedures and the ability to protect people, information and government property.
With a salary of R201,093 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits, the opportunity may be worth considering for candidates who meet the Grade 12, Grade C PSIRA and experience requirements.
Before submitting an application, carefully check the centre, reference number, email address and Z83 requirements. A complete and correctly addressed application gives candidates the best chance of being considered.
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