Department of Employment and Labour Security Officer Vacancies 2026 – 105 Posts

Department of Employment and Labour Security Officer Vacancies 2026 – 105 Posts

The Department of Employment and Labour has announced 105 Security Officer vacancies for suitably qualified candidates in various offices and Labour Centres. These opportunities are available through the Compensation Fund, Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), and several Labour Centres and offices in the North West.

The vacancies provide opportunities for candidates who have the required Grade 12 qualification and Grade C Security Certificate, with some positions requiring previous security experience while the UIF position does not require experience.

The standard salary for the advertised Security Officer positions is R201,093 per annum, while the 103 contract positions offer R201,093 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits.

Closing Date: 18 September 2026

Department of Employment and Labour Security Officer Vacancies 2026

A total of 105 Security Officer posts are available. The positions are divided as follows:

• Compensation Fund: 1 post
• Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF): 1 post
• Security Officer Contract Positions: 103 posts

The 103 contract vacancies are offered for a period of one year and are located at various Labour Centres and the Provincial Office.

103 Security Officer Contract Posts

The largest number of vacancies is available through the Department’s one-year Security Officer contract positions.

Requirements for the 103 Contract Positions

Applicants interested in these Security Officer vacancies should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Grade 12 or Senior Certificate.
• A Grade C Security Certificate.
• At least 12 months’ security experience.
• Knowledge of access control procedures.
• Knowledge of evacuation procedures.
• Knowledge of Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS).
• Knowledge of PSIRA procedures.
• Understanding of Batho Pele principles.
• Knowledge of relevant departmental policies and procedures.

Candidates should also demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills. Problem-solving, listening, computer literacy, planning, organising and analytical abilities will be important when performing the duties of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

Security Officers appointed to the 103 contract positions will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment at Department of Employment and Labour offices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Controlling access into and out of Labour Centres and Provincial Offices.
• Protecting departmental information and assets.
• Conducting security patrols.
• Protecting employees, visitors and clients.
• Enforcing security rules and regulations.
• Conducting internal security investigations when required.
• Monitoring access control systems.
• Applying departmental security policies and procedures.
• Responding appropriately to security incidents.
• Supporting the overall safety and security of departmental premises.

Security Officer – Compensation Fund

The Compensation Fund has one Security Officer vacancy available.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4.
• A PSIRA Grade C Security Certificate.
• Knowledge of relevant security legislation and regulations.
• Knowledge of security operations and risk management.
• Communication and conflict-management skills.
• Investigation skills.
• Knowledge of MISS and MPSS.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Knowledge of the Firearms Control Act.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Procedure Act.

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing security services in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Duties include securing equipment, buildings and premises, conducting security patrols and maintaining effective security controls.

Salary: R201,093 per annum

Security Officer – Unemployment Insurance Fund

The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) also has one Security Officer position available.

One important feature of this vacancy is that no previous experience is required, making it potentially suitable for qualifying candidates who are entering the security field.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Grade 12.
• A Grade C Security Certificate.
• Registration with PSIRA.
• No previous experience required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Computer skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Customer-care skills.

Applicants should also have knowledge of relevant access-control legislation, PSIRA procedures, evacuation procedures, MISS, MPSS, Batho Pele principles and departmental policies.

Duties

The successful applicant will provide physical security and information security services at the UIF.

Responsibilities may include:

• Providing physical security services.
• Controlling access to buildings.
• Managing key-control systems.
• Providing information security services.
• Applying departmental security procedures.
• Supporting the safety of employees, clients and departmental assets.

Salary: R201,093 per annum

Department of Employment and Labour Security Officer Salary

The salary differs slightly depending on the type of position.

Compensation Fund:
R201,093 per annum.

UIF:
R201,093 per annum.

103 Contract Security Officer Positions:
R201,093 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits.

The 103 positions are offered on a one-year contract.

Application Requirements

Applicants must use the new Z83 application form together with an updated and comprehensive CV.

For online applications, the Z83 form and CV should be submitted as one attachment where required.

Applicants must clearly indicate the correct job title and reference number for the position they are applying for. A separate application and Z83 form must be submitted for each position.

The Department will not accept applications submitted using the old Z83 form.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents when requested.

Applicants with qualifications obtained outside South Africa may be required to provide a SAQA evaluation report.

How to Apply for the 103 Contract Security Officer Posts

Applications for the 103 contract positions should be directed to the email address corresponding to the Labour Centre or Provincial Office selected by the applicant.

Provincial Office

Email: Jobs-SPER-NW@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/01
Posts: 13

Brits Labour Centre

Email: Jobs-SPHRD-NW@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/02
Posts: 13

Mafikeng Labour Centre

Email: Jobs-NW3@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/03
Posts: 13

Rustenburg Labour Centre

Email: Jobs-NW011@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/04
Posts: 13

Lichtenburg Labour Centre

Email: Jobs-NW013@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/05
Posts: 11

Klerksdorp Labour Centre

Email: Jobs-NW015@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/06
Posts: 10

Taung Labour Centre

Email: Jobs-NW8@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/07
Posts: 10

Mogwase Labour Centre

Email: Jobs-NW@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/08
Posts: 10

Potchefstroom Labour Centre

Email: Jobs-NW9@labour.gov.za
Reference: HR4/4/08/09
Posts: 10

How to Apply for the Individual Positions

For the Compensation Fund Security Officer position:

Email: Jobs-CF19@labour.gov.za

For the UIF Security Officer position:

Email: Jobs-UIF18@labour.gov.za

Applicants should ensure that they use the correct job title, reference number and application email address when submitting their applications.

Important Information for Applicants

Applicants should carefully check the requirements of the specific position before applying. Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee an appointment.

The Department may conduct additional assessments as part of the recruitment process. Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete practical and integrity assessments.

The Department is an equal-opportunity affirmative-action employer and will consider its Employment Equity targets during the recruitment process.

Late applications will not be considered.

If an applicant has not received communication from the Department within eight weeks after the closing date, they should regard their application as unsuccessful.

Closing Date

The closing date for the Department of Employment and Labour Security Officer Vacancies 2026 is:

18 September 2026

For walk-in applications, the closing time is 16:00, while online applications close at 23:59.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid technical or administrative problems.

Final Thoughts

The 105 Department of Employment and Labour Security Officer vacancies provide opportunities for security personnel interested in working within government offices and Labour Centres.

The 103 one-year contract positions require Grade 12, a Grade C Security Certificate and 12 months of security experience, while the UIF Security Officer vacancy is particularly notable because previous experience is not required.

Candidates should carefully select the position that matches their qualifications and experience, use the correct reference number and submit a complete application using the new Z83 form.

Closing Date: 18 September 2026

Late applications will not be considered.

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