SAPS Security Officer Vacancies 2026: (40 Posts)

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) is recruiting 40 Security Officers for its Division: Human Resource Development (HRD). These permanent government positions are available at SAPS Academies and Human Resource Development offices across South Africa.

Successful applicants will earn a salary of R170 226 per annum (Salary Level 3

This is an excellent opportunity for qualified security officers looking to build a career within the South African Police Service.

SAPS Security Officer Vacancy Summary

Department: South African Police Service (SAPS)

Division: Human Resource Development (HRD)

Position: Security Officer

Salary: R170 226 per annum (Salary Level 3)

Total Posts: 40

Available Posts

  • SAPS Academy Moloto – Ref No: HRD 75/06/2026 (3 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Mankwe – Ref No: HRD 76/06/2026 (3 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Potchefstroom – Ref No: HRD 77/06/2026 (3 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Paarl – Ref No: HRD 78/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Atteridgeville – Ref No: HRD 79/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Chatsworth – Ref No: HRD 80/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Benoni – Ref No: HRD 81/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Arcadia – Ref No: HRD 82/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Rietondale – Ref No: HRD 83/06/2026 (1 Post)
  • SAPS Academy Bhisho – Ref No: HRD 84/06/2026 (3 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Bishop Lavis – Ref No: HRD 85/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Graaff-Reinet – Ref No: HRD 86/06/2026 (3 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Mthatha – Ref No: HRD 87/06/2026 (3 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Oudtshoorn – Ref No: HRD 88/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Tshwane – Ref No: HRD 89/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • SAPS Academy Ulundi – Ref No: HRD 90/06/2026 (1 Post)
  • Division HRD – ETD CDS Library, Aloe Park, Pretoria – Ref No: HRD 91/06/2026 (2 Posts)
  • Division HRD – Support SCM, Pretoria – Ref No: HRD 92/06/2026 (2 Posts)

Knowledge and Competencies

Applicants should have knowledge of:

  • Access control procedures.
  • Movement and control of government equipment and stores.
  • Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS).
  • National Industrial Security Academy (NISA) requirements.
  • Protection of Information Act.
  • Emergency response procedures.
  • Security equipment and surveillance systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

  • Controlling access to SAPS premises in accordance with the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, 1985 (Act No. 53 of 1985).
  • Verifying the identity of employees, visitors and contractors.
  • Registering visitors and issuing access control cards.
  • Conducting electronic searches where required.
  • Confirming appointments with host officials before granting access.
  • Escorting visitors in accordance with SAPS procedures.
  • Inspecting deliveries, goods and equipment entering or leaving SAPS premises.
  • Conducting patrols of buildings and secured areas.
  • Guarding government vehicles and equipment.
  • Inspecting security systems and reporting faults.
  • Reporting security incidents and breaches to senior personnel.
  • Maintaining visitor registers and security records.

Why Apply?

These SAPS vacancies offer:

  • Permanent government employment.
  • Competitive Salary Level 3 remuneration.
  • Opportunities to work at SAPS training academies nationwide.
  • Career development within the South African Police Service.
  • Government employee benefits.
  • Valuable experience in government security services.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Be proficient in English and at least one other official language.
  • Possess a Grade 10 / Standard 8 / NCV Level 2 (NQF Level 2 recognised by SAQA) qualification.
  • Hold a valid Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) registration.
  • Be in possession of a Grade C Security Certificate or higher.
  • Not be declared unfit to possess a firearm.
  • Be willing to undergo firearm competency training and maintain competency.
  • Be willing to work shifts and extended hours.

Added Advantages

The following will strengthen your application:

  • Valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence.
  • Security-related training or qualifications.
  • Previous experience in the security industry.

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted by hand delivery, courier or email. Applicants should use only one method of submission.

Submit your application to the SAPS Academy or HRD office where the vacancy is advertised. Clearly indicate the relevant reference number on your application.

Examples include:

Applicants for other academies should submit their applications to the address or email listed for the specific academy in the official vacancy circular.

Reference Numbers

  • HRD 75/06/2026 – Moloto (3 Posts)
  • HRD 76/06/2026 – Mankwe (3 Posts)
  • HRD 77/06/2026 – Potchefstroom (3 Posts)
  • HRD 78/06/2026 – Paarl (2 Posts)
  • HRD 79/06/2026 – Atteridgeville (2 Posts)
  • HRD 80/06/2026 – Chatsworth (2 Posts)
  • HRD 81/06/2026 – Benoni (2 Posts)
  • HRD 82/06/2026 – Arcadia (2 Posts)
  • HRD 83/06/2026 – Rietondale (1 Post)
  • HRD 84/06/2026 – Bhisho (3 Posts)
  • HRD 85/06/2026 – Bishop Lavis (2 Posts)
  • HRD 86/06/2026 – Graaff-Reinet (3 Posts)
  • HRD 87/06/2026 – Mthatha (3 Posts)
  • HRD 88/06/2026 – Oudtshoorn (2 Posts)
  • HRD 89/06/2026 – Tshwane (2 Posts)
  • HRD 90/06/2026 – Ulundi (1 Post)
  • HRD 91/06/2026 – ETD CDS Library, Aloe Park, Pretoria (2 Posts)
  • HRD 92/06/2026 – Support SCM, Pretoria (2 Posts)

Enquiries

Applicants should contact the relevant SAPS Academy or HRD office where they intend to apply. Contact numbers for each academy are listed in the official SAPS Vacancy Circular 23 of 2026.

Closing Date

17 July 2026

 

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