Senior Inspector Security -Cape Town

Senior Inspector Security -Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa

Company
Eskom Communications
Location
Cape Town (+1 other)
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Talent.com

Job Description
Introduction
• Position/Task Grade: T06 Area of specialization: To protect Eskom’s assets, people and information by performing physical security duties. Department: Nuclear Services Business Unit: Koeberg Operating Unit Location: Western Cape

Job description
Key Responsibilities
• Perform access control duties
• Perform patrol duties
• Perform reaction/response team duties
• Perform emergency preparedness duties
• Perform guard duties
• Perform general security duties

Competencies Required:
Behavioural
• Integrity
• Honesty
• Professionalism
• Trustworthiness

Leadership
• Live the Eskom values and skills
• Grow people
• Ignite passion
• Promote teamwork
• Encourage the right behaviour
• Promote open and transparent communication
• Team player
• Employee relationship building

Knowledge
• Apply theoretical and business knowledge on the job
• Apply good knowledge of governance, security protocols and station monitoring
• Eskom security policies, systems, directives and standards
• K9 handling experience in security and law enforcement environment

Skills
• Effective customer care
• Communication
• Stakeholder management (supervisors, colleagues, customers and management)
• Computer literate
• Report writing

Minimum requirements
Qualification(s):
• Grade 12/NCV4/NSC3 and languages/Diploma/Diploma/Certificate in the relevant function at NQF4 with 120 credits

Experience:
• 2 years related experience in security guarding, patrolling and access control
• National key point (NKP) training/registration and firearm competency
• Positive security clearance issued by the State Security Agency

Professional Registration :
• Professional Registration Body: (PSIRA) Grade C or higher

Deadline:8th May,2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in South Africa

Q What is the minimum monthly salary for Grade E security guards in South Africa in 2026?
The National Bargaining Council for the Private Security Sector sets the minimum wage at R7,125 per month for Grade E security officers working a 45-hour week, effective 1 April 2026. This is higher than the national minimum wage of R31.26 per hour. Overtime is compensated at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours.
Q What work visa do foreigners need for security guard jobs in South Africa?
Foreign nationals require a General Work Visa (previously known as Critical Skills or General visa) sponsored by a PSIRA-licensed employer, valid for 5 years maximum. Application fee is R1,520, and processing takes 8-10 weeks at a VFS centre. A job offer and SAQA-accredited qualifications evaluation are mandatory.
Q What are the eligibility requirements for entry-level security guard jobs with no experience?
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have no criminal record, and pass the PSIRA Grade E competency exam after basic training. No prior experience or matric certificate is required for Grade E. South African ID or permanent residency is needed for registration.
Q What documents are required to apply for a security guard job and PSIRA registration?
Submit certified ID copy, two ID-sized photos, proof of residential address not older than 3 months, and SAPS police clearance. PSIRA application form and fee of R320 apply, with processing in 4 weeks. Employers require these plus a medical fitness certificate.
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