Security Officer Positions are Open at Groote Schuur Hospital
The Department of Health and Wellness invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the positions of Security Officers at Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory. The role offers a salary of R163,680 per annum and requires registration as a Security Officer Grade C or higher with the Security Board in terms of the Security Industry Regulatory Authority Act (PSIRA). Candidates must hold a General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) or Grade 9 qualification and possess appropriate experience in security.
Successful applicants will be responsible for controlling access and egress, patrolling hospital buildings, parking areas, and perimeter fencing. Duties also include investigating security incidents, writing detailed reports, controlling hospital keys, and supervising outsourced security personnel. The position demands physical fitness, good communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure both independently and as part of a team, alongside adherence to security regulations and the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
Applicants should be prepared to work shifts, including weekends, public holidays, and standby duties. A valid driver’s license is essential. Applications must be submitted online by 31 October 2025. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo a practical test during the recruitment process and must be available for interviews as scheduled by the Department. No payment is required to apply, and preference will be given to excess personnel.
POSITION: Security Officer X6 Posts
SALARY: R163 680 per annum
CENTRE: Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Educational Qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) / Grade 9 (Std 7).
Registration with the Professions Council: Candidates must be registered as a Security Officer Grade C or higher with the Security Board in terms of the Security Industry Regulatory Authority Act (PSIRA).
Experience: Appropriate experience in security operations.
Inherent Requirements of the Job:
Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
Perform standby duties as required.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Responsible and diligent with the ability to work under pressure.
Capability to work both in a team and independently, with flexibility to change shifts when required.
Physical fitness to meet the demands of the role.
Knowledge of security-related prescripts, regulations, and procedures.
Basic understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
DUTIES
Ensure access and egress control for the hospital premises.
Conduct patrolling of buildings, parking areas, and perimeter fencing.
Investigate crimes, incidents, and security breaches, including taking and writing statements and reports.
Control and manage all hospital keys.
Supervise outsourced security officers.
ENQUIRIES
Mr S Ndzuzo
Tel No: (021) 404-3111
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS
Applications for the Security Officer positions at Groote Schuur Hospital must be submitted online through the official Western Cape Government health jobs portal. Interested candidates should visit www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs and select the “online applications” option to complete and submit their applications. It is important to ensure that all required documents and certifications are uploaded correctly before final submission.
No application fee is required, and candidates should carefully review the job requirements and qualifications to ensure eligibility before applying. The closing date for applications is 31 October 2025, and late submissions will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly to avoid missing the deadline.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in a practical test as part of the recruitment process. Additionally, candidates must be available for interviews at dates, times, and locations determined by the Department of Health and Wellness. Preference will be given to excess personnel when selecting successful applicants.
Applications must be submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
NOTE
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
The pool of applications will be considered for vacancies within Groote Schuur Hospital for a period of three months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.
Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical test as part of the recruitment process.
Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date, time, and place determined by the Department.
Excess personnel will receive preference.
CLOSING DATE: 31 October 2025
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