Security Officer
Responsibilities:
Administer access control by ensuring that all aspects of all aspects of access control are complied with:
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Use Visitors Management System for access control and use the device on departure
- Ensure visitors who are detected by VMS not welcomed on campus are barred entry
- Ensure that all visitors are scanned and directed to areas or buildings where the visit is intended
- Ensure employees, staff and visitors are in compliances with access control procedures
- Ensure that only members of SAPS, SANDF or Metro Police in uniform access campus with official firearms
- Ensure that all private property brought into the building are declared in the appropriate registers
- Ensure that all assets removed from the premises are accompanied by appropriate asset removal permits.
Performs patrols on specific site allocated
Report faulty alarms and other electronic security systems noticed during patrols
Check all doors are locked during patrols
Immediately respond to detected security breaches and irregularities
In case of emergency, set the access control doors on emergency mode, verify location of employees in the building through access control system and carry out any other duties as may be instructed.
Provide statistical reports regarding control rooms. Check building perimeter and electronic security systems deployed around the building on commencement and termination of ones shift operations
Conduct inspections inside and outside the buildings and record all security breaches and irregularities discovered
Remove all vulnerable assets abandoned in risky areas and safely keep them in safe custody
Conduct vehicular searches where appropriate and necessary
Conduct inspections on all fire equipment and OHS-related risks and hazards
Provide escort to students, staff, contractors or visitors
Provide adhoc escort whenever required
During emergency situations or evacuation drills, provide security services as may be necessary, emergencies would include:
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Fire evacuation
- During students unrest
- During shooting incidents
- During bomb scare
- When someone is injured and needs medical assistance
Serve as first responder by:
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Cordoning off crime scene
- Liaising with control room
- Preserve the crime scene
- Record evidence at the crime scene
- Identify witness or suspects
- Hand over crime scene to superiors or law enforcement agencies
- Assist law enforcement agencies as and when required to do so
Write report and ensure the report is:
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Clear
- Concise
- Accurate
- Complete
Requirements:
Matric
Grade C PSIRA accredited certificate
2 to 3 years experienced within security industry.
Knowledge of Criminal Procedure Act
Knowledge of legal aspects
Other requirements
Ability to work weekends and evenings as and when necessary
The candidate must be able to pass background checks/ screening
Must not have a criminal record
Good experience in access control, security patrolling, escorts inspection and adhoc duties,
Good experience in access control, security patrolling, escorts inspection and adhoc duties,
Good communication, interpersonal and report writing skills.
Good working knowledge of Control of Access to Public Premises & Vehicles Act and other relevant legislation.
Computer literacy
Drivers license
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours)
Strong interpersonal, communication and public relations necessary to establish and maintain rapport with the University Community.
Maintain discretion and professionalism when dealing with staff, students and the public.
Ability to function with and promote, a customer service-oriented environment working in support of staff, student and their activities.
The ability to accept political and religious differences in a fair and just manner.
The ability to maintain confidentiality.
The ability to manage sensitive industrial relations.
Maintain sound judgment and decision making despite stressful situations.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to act in an honest and trustworthy manner
Effective listening and presentation skills
Demonstrates a willingness to learn new things or improve skills
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How To Apply
To apply:
Please submit a covering letter clearly indicating which post you are applying for, detailed CV with names, addresses, contact numbers and e-mail addresses of 3 referees.
External applicants are invited to apply, by registering your profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at and submitting your application.
Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: iWits /Self Service application/ Apply for a job
Closing Date: 20 August 2026
The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.
Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise
The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.
Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.
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