SECURITY OFFICER
Border Management Authority
2026/06/04   Centurion


Job Ref #: BMA-39
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 2
The BMA is established as an armed service in terms of Section 199(3) of the constitution, a third in the country in addition to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) through the Border Management Authority Act No 2 of 2020. The Border Management Authority invites suitable candidates to apply for the following vacant position.
Job Description

The successful candidates  will be expected to perform the following duties : Conduct a comprehensive risk assessment. Conduct regular business evaluations minimum requirement once a month. Conduct regular checks of all security equipment (record in relevant register – daily, weekly and monthly) Daily testing of all alarm systems. Conduct full checks once a week on alarm system to ensure that they are in good working condition in conjunction with alarm monitoring company. Control effective and efficient Access Control procedures and Property Protection. Obtain information of necessary documentation from visitors. Conduct branch evaluation security reports on a monthly basis for Branch Management information. Compile in conjunction with the Manager a priority list for all approved security recommendations. Manage firearms register to ensure that the firearm register is up to date for recording all movements on firearms. Control Equipment Register. Control ID card register. Control Visitor’s card register. Manage the reports from vehicle technology in respect of vehicle security checks. Manage the planning and forecasting of 3-month road checks. Ensure the fire-fighting equipment is in place and that this equipment is maintained and serviced to acceptable standards (at least once a year). Ensure that all security equipment is always serviceable. Build and maintain relationships with all BMA business units for the purposes of expectations management and knowledge sharing. Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required. Convene and attend meetings and present findings and business cases to relevant stakeholders when required. Implement timeous communication on progress and challenges in achieving the tactical work plans to impact stakeholders. Attend industry related forums, conferences, and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement. Ensure the development and implementation of the risk register. Analyse and evaluate the internal controls to determine their effectiveness in mitigating risks. Assist in the development of the risk register. Update risks register in partnership with relevant stakeholders. Ensure compliance with the relevant legislation and regulations.

Job Requirements

Grade 12 Certificate 

  • No Experience
  • PSIRA
  • Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
  • May be required to work overtime.
  • Valid driver’s License.

 

 

The BMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and workforce diversity preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the BMA employment equity plan. The BMA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions

 

Closing date: 15 June 2026