Chief Security Officer: Physical Protection Ref No. POCS 09/2026

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Chief Security Officer focusing on Physical Protection within the Western Cape Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety. The department's mission is to promote professional policing through effective oversight, facilitate safety partnerships with communities and stakeholders, and enhance safety in all public buildings and spaces. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Coordinating physical security operations within Western Cape Government institutions and facilities. * Coordinating the implementation of access control procedures to mitigate risk. * Reporting and investigating security incidents and breaches. * Monitoring and managing outsourced security service providers. * Performing managerial/supervisory functions. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification). * PSIRA registration, minimum Grade B. * A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. * A valid Code B (or higher) driving license. (NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply). * Proven knowledge and working experience of: * Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies, and best practices relevant to security functions. * Information systems for managing knowledge and information related to security. * Project management principles. * Operational management practices. * Policy development, operational management, monitoring, and review processes. * Modern systems of governance and administration. * Public service procedures, processes, and systems. * Regional and local political, economic, and social affairs impacting the provincial government of the Western Cape. * Constitutional, legal, and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector. * Public finance, human resources, and discourse management processes. * Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives, and collective agreements. * Functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas. * Policies of the government of the day. * Labour Relations legislation and regulations. * Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, Act 53 of 1985. * Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993. * Understanding of PSIRA. * Criminal Procedure Act. * Weapons and Ammunition Act. * Explosives regulations. * Electronic security systems. * Security Officials Act, Act 92 of 1997. * Skills in the following: * Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * People Management. * Project Management. * Communication (written and verbal). * Numeracy. * Literacy. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a professional with a relevant 3-year National Diploma or B-Degree, holding a minimum Grade B PSIRA registration, and at least 3 years of relevant experience in security operations. They should possess a valid Code B driving license, or have reasonable access to transport if a disability restricts driving. Applicants should demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of security legislation, public service procedures, project management, and operational management practices. Strong computer literacy, people management, communication, numeracy, and literacy skills are essential for coordinating physical security, managing access control, investigating incidents, and overseeing security service providers. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/chief-security-officer-physical-protection-ref-no-pocs-09-2026-western-cape-department-police-oversight-and-community-safety-1 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Project management
• Health and safety (OHS)
• Driver's licence

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