Safety and Security Officer Grade 2
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Pretoria, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 25 February 2025 - Closing Date 14 March 2025

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Job Description

Reference Number: GPTA/001/2025 

SANBI offers basic annual salary of R255 450.00

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a highly motivated, efficient, and enthusiastic person to administer, coordinate, and manage the site security and provision of information to the garden visitors. 

This position requires a Grade 12, Job Specific Qualification, or equivalent qualification at NQF 4 with 4 years of work experience in the relevant field, OR a National Diploma in Security Management or Advanced Certificate, or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 with 3 years of work experience in the relevant field. Higher Education Qualification/Advanced Diploma at NQF 7 will be an added advantage.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: must have a valid Grade PSIRA grade B certificate, ability to work under pressure; extensive experience in the implementation of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, processes, and regulatory framework relevant to Safety & Security Management; Safety & Service focus are essential; advance knowledge for planning and organising, and statistical reports writing skills; in-depth organisational, analytical, and problem solving skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook). The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.

TKey Performance Responsibilities include: 
  • Provide effective security and risk management;
  • Ensure effective visitor services and public relations;
  • Coordinate health and safety management services;
  • Support garden related information services; and
  • Support management of human resources.
Please note: 
  1. Only online applications will be accepted and applications must be accompanied by a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).
  2. A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
  3. Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees. 
  4. Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered. 


Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups. 

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates must consider their applications unsuccessful. 

Contact Ms Lehlohonolo Mbele on Tel: +27 (0)12 002 5350 for any queries for purposes of clarity.