The Department of Employment and Labour invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for Security Officer Vacancies 2026 (X103 Posts) on a one-year contract in the North West Province.
Vacancy Application Closing Date: 18 September 2026 at 16:00 for walk-in applications and 23:59 for online applications
Vacancy Location: Various Labour Centres, North West Province, South Africa
Salary: R201 093 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Security Officer Vacancies Available
A total of 103 Security Officer positions are available across the North West Province:
| Labour Centre | Reference Number | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Provincial Office | HR4/4/08/1 | 13 |
| Brits | HR4/4/08/02 | 13 |
| Mafikeng | HR4/4/08/03 | 13 |
| Rustenburg | HR4/4/08/04 | 13 |
| Lichtenburg | HR4/4/08/05 | 11 |
| Klerksdorp | HR4/4/08/06 | 10 |
| Taung | HR4/4/08/07 | 10 |
| Mogwase | HR4/4/08/08 | 10 |
| Potchefstroom | HR4/4/08/09 | 10 |
| Total | 103 |
Post: Security Officer
Post Number: 32/30
Contract: One year
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
- Grade C Security Certificate
- Valid PSIRA registration/certification
- At least 12 months of security experience
This opportunity is therefore suitable for candidates with Grade 12, Grade C Security certification and the required security experience.
Knowledge Required
Candidates should have knowledge of:
- Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act
- Evacuation procedures
- Minimum Information Security Standards
- Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) procedures
- Batho Pele Principles
- Public Service Regulations
- Departmental policies and procedures
Skills Required
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations
- Problem-solving skills
- Listening skills
- Computer literacy
- Planning and organising skills
- Analytical skills
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful Security Officers will be responsible for:
- Controlling access into and out of Labour Centres and the Provincial Office.
- Securing the flow of information and assets within the Labour Centre and Provincial Office.
- Conducting security patrols of buildings and offices.
- Helping ensure the safety and security of employees and clients.
- Conducting internal investigations.
- Enforcing applicable security rules and regulations.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the new Z83 application form and a comprehensive CV.
For online applications, the Z83 and CV must be submitted as one attachment. Applicants must ensure that the correct job title and reference number are indicated and that the application is sent to the email address corresponding with the Labour Centre they are applying to.
Applications must be submitted separately for each post applied for.
Provincial Office – X13 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/1
Email: Jobs-SPER-NW@labour.gov.za
Brits – X13 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/02
Email: Jobs-SPHRD-NW@labour.gov.za
Mafikeng – X13 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/03
Email: Jobs-NW3@labour.gov.za
Rustenburg – X13 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/04
Email: Jobs-NW011@labour.gov.za
Lichtenburg – X11 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/05
Email: Jobs-NW013@labour.gov.za
Klerksdorp – X10 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/06
Email: Jobs-NW015@labour.gov.za
Taung – X10 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/07
Email: Jobs-NW8@labour.gov.za
Mogwase – X10 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/08
Email: Jobs-NW@labour.gov.za
Potchefstroom – X10 Posts
Reference Number: HR4/4/08/09
Email: Jobs-NW9@labour.gov.za
Applicants may also submit applications by post or hand delivery:
Postal Address:
Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X2040
Mmabatho
2735
Hand Delivery:
Provident House
University Drive
Mmabatho
For Attention: Sub-directorate: Deputy Director: Human Resources Management
Important Application Instructions
Applicants should take note of the following:
- Use the new Z83 application form.
- Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be considered.
- Sections A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full.
- For Sections E, F and G, applicants may indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached” where appropriate.
- Quote the correct job title and reference number.
- Use the correct email address for the Labour Centre where you wish to apply.
- Submit a separate application for every post you are applying for.
- For online applications, submit the Z83 and CV as one attachment.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding these vacancies, contact:
Mr A Viljoen
Telephone: (018) 387 8195
Closing Date
Applications close on 18 September 2026.
Walk-in applications: 16:00
Online applications: 23:59
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline and ensure they use the correct reference number and application email address.