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SECURITY OFFICER JOB
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
POST 38/155:
SECURITY OFFICER
REF NO:
CHBAH 580
NUMBER OF POSTS:
2 POSTS
Directorate: logistics (security)
SALARY:
R176 310 per annum (Level 05), (plus benefits)
CENTRE:
Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBAH)
REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 10 or equivalent with 5-10 years’ experience or Grade 12 or equivalent with 2-5 years’ experience in a security environment.
A PSIRA Grade B registration certificate.
Must be PSIRA registered.
Must have a driver’s license.
Competencies/ Knowledge/ Skills Computer skills. Report writing. Interpersonal skills.
Ability to deal or manage security related emergencies.
Managerial skills.
Ability to deal or manage patients and the public.
Ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds.
High level of reliability.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to act with tact and discretion.
Knowledge of the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, PSIRA Act, Criminal Procedure Act, Fire-arms Control Act, Trespass Act, Ideal Hospital and Clinics Framework/National Core Standard (NCS).
Good telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work under pressure, take initiative, work independently and with a deferent team in the unit. Ability to organize, lead and plan.
Must be self-motivated.
Ability to handle tasks of multidisciplinary nature.
Must be able to attend to security emergencies after hours, weekends and public holidays.
Should comply with the rotation roster.
DUTIES:
Ensure the safety of State property, employees, visitors, and patients.
Where required to compile duty rosters.
To lead a team of security personnel, to conduct and address security posting parades.
Management of keys.
Conduct security inspections, identify threats and risks.
Management of Security Control room activities.
Contribute to the development of policies and procedures in the hospital.
Assist in the management of the security service provider.
Reporting of security breaches internally and to the South African Police Service.
Conduct administrative functions.
Maintain and issue security equipment.
Where required, conduct security escorting of patients, staff members and medicine to various institutions.
Conduct searches of missing patients in various locations and the provision of reports.
Compilation of statements and testify in court.
Assist in the management of queues and traffic control.
Assist with the management of riots and strikes.
Give security or work instructions.
Facilitate the clamping of incorrectly parked vehicles.
Always comply with Security dress code.
Implementation and enforcement of security policies and procedures.
Contribute in the compilation of weekly reports.
Adherence to timelines.
Perform other duties as allocated by the supervisor.
Be willing to undergo continuous training and development programs.
Attend, meetings as approved by supervisor.
Conduct the Performance Management and Development System of subordinates (Contracting, quarterly reviews and final assessment).
ENQUIRIES: Mr. L.J. Mnisi Tel No: (011) 933-9549
APPLICATIONS:
Applications can be hand delivered to The Director: Human Resource, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital from 8am to 3pm at Ground Floor, Main Admin Building
Or
Posted to The Director: Human Resource, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, Private Bag X01, Pimville, 1808.
NOTE:
Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should state Department of Health (Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital).
According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (only). The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY).
The information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary.
Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).
The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. CHBAH reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.