The University of Johannesburg is seeking security officers for a total of 13 positions. The University of Johannesburg is seeking qualified candidates for the Security Officer position (P17) in the Operations Division: Protection Services Department, based at Auckland Park Kingsway Campus.
Job Description:
Security Officers are the first point of contact for all persons visiting/entering the University of Johannesburg. This position is responsible for professional security protection, safeguarding, safety, and security of assets, property, staff,students, and all visitors within the immediate vicinity of the University.
Responsibilities:
Security Services
- Protect the property of UJ, staff, students, and visitors through physical patrolling of the premises and access control.
- Ensure that students, staff, and visitors adhere to security policies.
- Ensure that physical security infrastructure (e.g. gates, streetlights, burglar proofing) are in proper
- working condition and report any defects.
- Patrol University premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates are closed.
- Identify, report, and act timeously on emergency incidents as instructed by the control room/duty room.
- Secure crime scenes according to training until supervisors arrive.
- Ensure that the necessary documents are completed with regards to a specific incident.
- Take down and give an accurate statement of situations both verbally and in writing.
- Monitor and operate electronic security systems when required.
- Undertake preliminary investigations into reports of offences as required.
- Provide escort duties for staff at night.
- Attend and pro-actively deal with any security-related incident, as directed by the control room operator, supervisor, orother members of the protection services management team.
- Record all incidents in the appropriate format and write concise and accurate incident reports as necessary.
- Look for abandoned bags during shift change and hand them to safekeeping.
- Conduct searches as required.
- Control the safeguarding and issuing of keys.
- Upkeep an admin system regarding lost and found.
- Enforce and comply with the
- University’s rule SOPs, rules, regulations and policies.
Access Control
- Check all personnel access permits, visitor’s permits, and vehicle permits.
- Search bags, and vehicles as per standard operating procedures in accordance with the risk rating.
- Check material removal permits and verify content and authorisation signature.
- Lock and secure gates and doors after hours.
Customer Services
- Ensure a friendly, helpful, and effective protection service is provided to all staff, students and visitors.
- Carry out duties, e.g. in connection with events days, open days; public, visitor or staff demonstrations, andattend and assist at any incident as directed by senior personnel.
- Present a professional image to clients through appearance and conduct.
Health and Safety
- Assist in emergency situations such as fire or medical-related incidents by acting as the first line of response.
- Operate security-related and personal protective equipment following departmental procedures, ensuring the equipment is clean and stored correctly, reporting any faults to senior personnel
Professional Development
Undertake staff training as required; and receive guidance and instruction from the senior personnel when necessary.
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric / NQF4 equivalent qualification
- Valid Grade C PSIRA registration
- Computer Literary (Basic Microsoft Packages)
- Clearance record from South African Police Services.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in security services
- A level of medical, psychological, and
- physical fitness commensurate with the inherent requirements of the position
Working Conditions:
- Shift work in line with the operational requirements of the University (i.e. 24/7/365), including but not limited to straight day, or night shifts, alternating shifts, etc.
- Travel or work between different sites may be required
- Required to wear a uniform and work in all weather conditions
Recommendations:
- Preference will be given to applicants with security/risk management qualifications NQF5 or equivalent
- Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge of Impro Portal,
- Nimbus, and video management systems
- Preference will be given to applicants with experience in educational or corporate campus security environment
- Preference will be given to applicants with a Professional drivers permit (PDP)
- Preference will be given to applicants with higher PSIRA Grades or
- Accreditation (e.g. Grade A or B, Armed Reaction)
- Preference will be given to applicants with a valid SAPS fire-arm competency certificate
- Preference will be given to applicants with training/experience in firefighting and first aid
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Ms Sarah Skhosana (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559-4018
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Ms Sarah Skhosana (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559-4018
Documents
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae, with names and full contact details of at
- least three traceable and credible referees.
- A copy of your highest academic qualification
- Proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to.
- If applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
How to Apply
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Closing Date: 10 May 2024 2024
The University of Johannesburg is seeking security officers for a total of 13 positions.