SAPS Security Officers (x14) for 2026
Section: Security Services
Salary: R155,148 per annum (Level 03)
Location: SAPS Head Office, Pretoria
Introduction:
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is looking for 43 qualified individuals to join its Security Services section at the SAPS Head Office in Pretoria. The successful candidates will be responsible for various security functions in line with the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act. Preference will be given to applicants who are dedicated, reliable, and committed to maintaining the safety of SAPS premises.
Requirements:
To qualify for this position, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be competent in the post-specific core functions.
- Fluent in at least two official languages, one of which must be English.
- Be a South African Citizen.
- No prior criminal or departmental convictions or pending criminal/departmental cases.
- Successfully complete a vetting process, including security screening and fingerprint verification.
- Possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) on NQF Level 4.
- Registration with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) and a minimum Grade C security certificate.
- Not declared unfit to possess a firearm and willingness to undergo and maintain firearm competency training.
- A degree or diploma in security will be an added advantage.
- Relevant security courses and a valid driver’s license (light motor vehicle) are advantageous.
- Willingness to work shifts and extended hours.
Duties:
As a Security Officer at SAPS Head Office, your key responsibilities will include:
Executing access control duties in compliance with the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act (Act No. 53 of 1985).
Conducting positive identification of employees, visitors, and contractors at security access points.
Registering employees, visitors, and contractors, and performing electronic searches where required.
Authorizing entry to premises upon meeting legislative requirements, confirming visits with hosts, and ensuring escorting in line with prescripts.
Issuing and retrieving admission control cards for visitors.
Maintaining visitor registers and conducting inspections of suppliers, articles, and objects to ensure the safety of the premises.
Patrolling buildings and fenced-off areas and guarding vehicles and equipment from a security standpoint.
Checking all security equipment and facilities and reporting any issues to senior security personnel.
Enquiries:
For further information, please contact:
- Mrs KA Sebetlele: (012) 393 1434
- Mr MJ Mmako: (012) 393 1789
How to Apply:
SECURITY OFFICER / SECURITY GUARD
Total: 14 Posts
POST 22/174 : SECURITY GUARD SUPERVISOR POST NUMBER: TMS 22/2026 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 5)
CENTRE / REFERENCE NUMBERS :
- Head Office — Post Number: TMS 22/2026 — 2 Posts
REQUIREMENTS :
Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4. PSIRA registration with at least Grade B security certificate. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in security. NQF Level 5 qualification in Security Risk Management, Policing, Criminology or related field will serve as an advantage. Must not be declared unfit to possess a firearm and must be willing to undergo and maintain firearm competency. Relevant courses and a valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage. Must be computer literate and willing to work 12-hour shifts and extended hours.
HOW TO APPLY :
Physical Address: Office No. PPS 138/143, 1234 Tulbagh Park Building, Cnr Stanza Bopape and Jan Shoba Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria.
Email: tms.vacancies@saps.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 10 July 2026.
POST 22/179 : SECURITY GUARD SUPERVISOR REF NO: AUX/08/2026 (2 POSTS)
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 5)
CENTRE / REFERENCE NUMBERS :
- Head Office — Ref No: AUX/08/2026 — 2 Posts
REQUIREMENTS :
Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4. NQF Level 5 qualification in Security Risk Management, Policing, Criminology or related field will serve as an advantage. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of the post. Valid PSIRA registration with at least Grade B security certificate. Must not be declared unfit to possess a firearm and must be willing to undergo and maintain firearm competency. A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage. Must be willing to work shifts and extended hours.
HOW TO APPLY :
Postal Address: Private Bag X94, Pretoria, 0001.
Physical Address: 231 Pretorius Street, Wachthuis Building, Pretoria, 0001.
Email: MadavhaA@saps.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 10 July 2026.
POST 22/253 : SECURITY OFFICERS (X5 POSTS)
SALARY : R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
CENTRE / REFERENCE NUMBERS :
- Support Services: Financial and Administration Services — Midcity Building, 540 Pretorius Street, Arcadia — Ref No: VP E32/2026 — 2 Posts
- Flash: Central Firearm Register — Veritas Building, Pretoria Central — Ref No: VP E33/2026 — 3 Posts
REQUIREMENTS :
Grade 10 / Standard 8 / NCV Level 2 certificate or report. Valid PSIRA registration with at least Grade C security certificate or higher. Must not be declared unfit to possess a firearm and must be willing to undergo and maintain firearm competency. Relevant courses and a valid driver’s licence will serve as added advantages. Must be willing to work shifts and extended hours.
HOW TO APPLY :
Physical Address: Midcity Building, 540 Pretorius Street, Arcadia, 0007.
Postal Address: PO Box 12, Pretoria, 0001.
Email: MakgetaM@saps.gov.za and NukeriSP@saps.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 10 July 2026.
POST 22/254 : SECURITY GUARD POST NUMBER: TMS 23/2026 (X5 POSTS)
SALARY : R170 226 per annum (Level 3)
CENTRE / REFERENCE NUMBERS :
- Head Office — Post Number: TMS 23/2026 — 5 Posts
REQUIREMENTS :
Grade 10 / Standard 8 / NCV Level 2 certificate or report. Valid PSIRA registration with at least Grade C security certificate or higher. Must not be declared unfit to possess a firearm and must be willing to undergo and maintain firearm competency. Relevant courses and a valid driver’s licence will serve as added advantages. Must be willing to work shifts and extended hours.
HOW TO APPLY :
Physical Address: Office No. PPS 138/143, 1234 Tulbagh Park Building, Cnr Stanza Bopape and Jan Shoba Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria.
Email: tms.vacancies@saps.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 10 July 2026.
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- Applications will be considered only if they are fully completed with all necessary documents attached.
- If you do not receive feedback within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.