Department of Agriculture Senior Security Officer Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Agriculture is seeking a dedicated Senior Security Officer to join its team in Pretoria. This vital role operates within the Vetting, Screening and Special Investigations Directorate, playing a crucial part in maintaining the safety and integrity of departmental operations.

This position involves supervising security functions, ensuring adherence to established security policies, and managing a team of security officers. It’s an opportunity for an experienced security professional to contribute to a critical government environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate.
• Hold a Grade B Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) Certificate.
• A minimum of three (3) years of security experience is essential.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated knowledge of access control procedures.
• Familiarity with measures for the control and movement of equipment.
• Knowledge of security incident reporting and recording procedures.
• Understanding of the powers, duties, and responsibilities of security officers in terms of applicable legislation, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Knowledge of prescribed security legislation (e.g., Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS), Criminal Procedure Act, Minimum Physical Security Standard (MPSS), Protection of Information Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act) and the authority of security officers under these documents.
• Knowledge of relevant emergency procedures.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts, travel, and work irregular hours (after-hours, weekends, and public holidays).

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the security functions performed by security officers, ensuring adherence to departmental security policies.
• Allocate duties to security officers, monitor outcomes, and institute necessary corrective measures for deviations.
• Develop and manage duty rosters, shift schedules, and overtime arrangements in line with operational requirements.
• Monitor access control to prevent unauthorised entry into buildings and other premises.
• Authorise the movement of equipment, documents, and stores into or out of the building or premises.
• Inspect and report all non-functioning security measures (e.g., X-Ray machines, walk-through metal detectors, security lights).
• Report faulty, damaged, or non-functional security equipment and systems to the relevant supervisor or unit.
• Supervise human resources/staff, including allocating work, checking and updating documentation (leave forms, EPMDS, overtime), updating work plans and performance standards, conducting performance assessments, and staff development.
• Manage the export admin office to ensure effective Wine Online support services.
• Ensure that incidents are properly recorded in occurrence books, incident registers, and other prescribed records.
• Review security camera footage upon receipt of an authorised request and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Identify, respond to, and report security breaches, incidents, and other irregularities.
• Monitor and provide support in case of emergencies.
• Inspect and verify occurrence books, registers, and other prescribed security records to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure that unauthorised persons and dangerous or prohibited objects do not enter departmental buildings.

What the Work Involves

This role involves leading a team of security officers within the Department of Agriculture, primarily located in Pretoria. Day-to-day, the Senior Security Officer will be responsible for overseeing access control, ensuring the proper functioning of security equipment, and managing the schedules and performance of their team.

The position requires active involvement in responding to and reporting security incidents, as well as ensuring that all security procedures and legal requirements are met. The working environment demands vigilance and strict adherence to security protocols, with a readiness to work 12-hour shifts, including irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays, and potential travel.

How to Apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit your application via email.

• Email Address: SSOrecruit83@nda.gov.za
• Application Deadline: Your application must reach the department by 18 September 2026.