Company: Gauteng Department of Health
Employment Type: Full-Time (Government Post)
Salary Range: R163,680 per annum (plus benefits)
Closing date : 23 January 2026
The Gauteng Department of Health is currently inviting applications for Security Guard Level 3 vacancies within the Johannesburg Health District. This opportunity is ideal for experienced security professionals who are passionate about protecting public facilities, ensuring safety, and maintaining strong access control in a busy healthcare environment.
If you are registered with PSIRA, physically fit, and ready to work shifts (including nights, weekends, and public holidays), this is a strong chance to secure stable government employment with benefits. The Department is recruiting 8 Security Guard Level 3 positions, and all applicants must apply strictly through the official Gauteng online recruitment portal.
Job Position Available
✅ Security Guard Level 3 (8 Posts)
- Reference Number: REFS/035039
- Directorate: Security
- Location: Johannesburg Health District
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Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this Security Guard Level 3 job, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Minimum Grade 10 / NQF Level 02 or equivalent qualification
- Must have Grade E, D or C in Security
- Must be registered with PSIRA
- Must be able to read and write in English
- Must have no criminal record for the past 10 years
- 2 to 5 years of experience in a public service environment will be an added advantage
- Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles, Patients’ Rights, and ministerial priorities
- Good personal relationships and ability to communicate professionally
- Must be physically fit and willing to work flexible hours, night shifts, weekends, and public holidays
- Must be able to work under pressure and report security breaches
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for protecting staff, patients, visitors, and government property by ensuring safety and security at health clinics and facilities.
Main duties include:
- Thorough searching of vehicles entering and leaving clinics
- Searching people entering and exiting the premises
- Recording all incidents in the Occurrence Book (OB)Escorting visitors and delivery vehicles within the premises
- Safeguarding staff, clients, and assets
- Monitoring CCTV cameras and reporting suspicious activity
- Conducting access control in terms of Act 53 of 1985
- Watching staff vehicles at clinic parking areas
- Effecting arrests when a crime is committed within the clinic
- Communicating with SAPS when necessary
- Recording visitors in the register book
- Reporting fraud and corruption to management
- Performing duties as directed by the supervisor
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How To Apply (Official Application Link)
✅ Applications must be submitted strictly online via the Gauteng e-Recruitment portal:
Official Application Website: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za
🚫 No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.
For online application support, you may email:📩 healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
Enquiries (Official Contact)
📞 Ms. N. Nkopane
Tel: 011 725 0073
Important Notes (Must Read)
Applicants must submit a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form, obtainable from the DPSA website, plus an updated detailed CV.
✅ DPSA Z83 Form Link: www.dpsa.gov.za/documents
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents (not older than 6 months). The department may conduct security checks such as criminal record verification, qualification checks, employment verification, and credit record checks. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is the closing date for Security Guard Level 3 jobs at Department of Health? The closing date is 23 January 2026.
2) Where is the job location for this security vacancy? The job is based in the Johannesburg Health District, Gauteng.
3) Do I need PSIRA to apply for Security Guard Level 3? Yes. Applicants must be registered with PSIRA and have security grades E, D or C.
4) How do I apply for Gauteng Department of Health security jobs? You must apply online via http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za only.
5) What qualifications are needed for Security Guard Level 3? You need at least Grade 10 / NQF Level 02 or equivalent qualification.
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