Elundini Local Municipality invites suitably qualified applicants from within the Elundini municipal area to apply for 57 EPWP Security vacancies for 2026.
Vacancy Application Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00
Vacancy Locations: Nqanqarhu, Tlokoeng and Ugie, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Elundini Municipality EPWP Security Vacancies 2026
Elundini Local Municipality has advertised 57 security-related opportunities within its Community Services Department.
The available positions are:
- 50 Security Guards
- 6 Team Leaders – Security Services
- 1 Superintendent – Security Services
All positions are offered on:
12-month contracts
Monthly stipends range from:
R5,895 to R9,000
Vacancy Overview
Organisation: Elundini Local Municipality
Department: Community Services
Programme: Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
Total Posts: 57
Contract Duration: 12 months
Locations: Nqanqarhu, Tlokoeng and Ugie
Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00
Application Method: Post or hand delivery
Email Applications: Not accepted
Fax Applications: Not accepted
Available Positions
| Position | Posts | Monthly Stipend | Minimum Education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security Guard | 50 | R5,895 | Grade 9 |
| Team Leader – Security Services | 6 | R7,500 | Grade 12 |
| Superintendent – Security Services | 1 | R9,000 | Grade 12 plus relevant National Diploma |
Security Guards – X50 Posts
A total of 50 Security Guard positions are available.
The posts are distributed as follows:
- Nqanqarhu: 15 posts
- Tlokoeng: 22 posts
- Ugie: 13 posts
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R5,895 per month
Security Guard Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 9.
- Security Guard Qualification / Certificate – Grade D.
- Qualification recognised by the relevant security industry authority.
- Valid PSIRA registration certificate.
- Proof of medical fitness from a registered medical practitioner.
- At least 12 months’ relevant security experience.
- No criminal record.
Security Guard Duties
Successful candidates may be responsible for:
- Safeguarding municipal assets.
- Protecting municipal property.
- Recording incoming and outgoing equipment.
- Maintaining inventory control records.
- Updating occurrence registers.
- Recording incidents.
- Controlling access to municipal facilities.
- Monitoring entry and exit of employees and visitors.
- Searching vehicles where required.
- Directing members of the public.
- Monitoring risks and threats.
- Protecting municipal buildings.
- Applying municipal security protocols.
Team Leader – Security Services X6
Six Team Leader positions are available.
They are distributed as follows:
- Nqanqarhu: 2 posts
- Tlokoeng: 2 posts
- Ugie: 2 posts
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R7,500 per month
Team Leader Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- Security Training Certificate – Grade A or Grade B.
- Valid PSIRA registration certificate.
- Valid Firearm Competency Certificate and/or firearm licence.
- Valid Code B driver’s licence.
- Computer literacy.
- At least two years’ relevant experience in a security environment.
- No criminal record.
Supervisory or team-leading experience is preferable.
Team Leader Duties
Successful candidates may be responsible for:
- Supervising security guards.
- Coordinating security personnel.
- Ensuring staff deployment according to duty rosters.
- Monitoring access control.
- Monitoring patrols and security posts.
- Conducting inspections.
- Reporting security incidents.
- Reporting security risks.
- Checking occurrence books.
- Reviewing incident reports.
- Responding to security incidents.
- Ensuring security personnel are properly equipped.
- Monitoring punctuality.
- Assisting with security programmes and operational plans.
- Liaising with SAPS and other stakeholders where required.
Superintendent – Security Services X1
One Superintendent position is available.
Location: Nqanqarhu
Contract: 12 months
Stipend: R9,000 per month
Superintendent Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- National Diploma in Safety and Security Management or an equivalent qualification.
- Security Training Certificate – Grade A or Grade B.
- Valid PSIRA registration certificate.
- Valid Firearm Competency Certificate and/or firearm licence.
- Valid Code B driver’s licence.
- Computer literacy.
- At least two years’ relevant supervisory experience in a security environment.
- No criminal record.
Superintendent Duties
The successful candidate may be responsible for:
- Supervising security personnel.
- Coordinating municipal security operations.
- Protecting municipal assets and property.
- Protecting employees, councillors and visitors.
- Monitoring access control and patrols.
- Monitoring occurrence registers and incident reports.
- Identifying security risks.
- Investigating incidents.
- Preparing duty rosters.
- Inspecting security operations.
- Monitoring employee performance.
- Liaising with SAPS.
- Liaising with other law-enforcement stakeholders.
- Assisting with security programmes and operational plans.
Local Residence Requirement
Applicants are required to submit:
- Proof of address.
- A sworn affidavit confirming that they are born and bred within Elundini Municipality.
Applicants should therefore ensure that they meet the Municipality’s local residence requirement before applying.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Application letter.
- Detailed CV.
- Certified copies of required qualifications.
- Certified copy of ID.
- PSIRA certificate where applicable.
- Firearm documentation where applicable.
- Driver’s licence where applicable.
- Proof of medical fitness where applicable.
- Proof of address.
- Sworn affidavit confirming the required Elundini Municipality connection.
- Any other documents required for the specific position.
How to Apply for Elundini Municipality EPWP Security Vacancies 2026
Applications must be addressed to:
Director Corporate Services
Elundini Local Municipality
P.O. Box 1
Nqanqarhu
5480
Applications may also be dropped into the municipal recruitment application boxes at offices in:
- Nqanqarhu
- Ugie
- Tlokoeng
Applicants are encouraged to apply close to their place of residence and indicate their preferred location.
Faxed and emailed applications will not be accepted.
Vacancy Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
21 August 2026 at 16:00
Applicants should ensure that their applications are received before the deadline.
Enquiries
For recruitment enquiries, contact:
Ms Linda Sam
Telephone: (045) 932 8192 / 8191
General municipal telephone:
(045) 932 8100
Important Application Notes
Applicants should note that:
- 57 positions are available in total.
- 50 Security Guard posts require at least Grade 9.
- Six Team Leader posts require Grade 12 and higher security credentials.
- One Superintendent post requires Grade 12 plus a relevant National Diploma.
- All contracts run for 12 months.
- Monthly stipends range from R5,895 to R9,000.
- Proof of address is required.
- A sworn affidavit regarding the applicant’s Elundini Municipality connection is required.
- Faxed and emailed applications are not accepted.
- Applicants should indicate their preferred location.
- Applications close on 21 August 2026 at 16:00.