Spread the love Table of Contents Toggle Security Officers: Woodlands and Indigenous Forest Management (X9 Posts) – 2026Centres and Reference NumbersMinimum RequirementsKey DutiesEnquiriesHow to ApplyWhy Apply for these Security Officer Positions? Security Officers: Woodlands and Indigenous Forest Management (X9 Posts) – 2026 The Department is recruiting nine Security Officers for Woodlands and Indigenous Forest Management posts in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. These Level 03 positions offer a salary of R170 226 per annum. Post: Security Officers: Woodlands and Indigenous Forest Management (X9 Posts) POST 31/24 Salary: R170 226 per annum Join WhatsApp Channal Centres and Reference Numbers KwaZulu-Natal: Weza State Forest – Ref No: BC07/2026 (X2 Posts) Umzimkhulu State Forest – Ref No: BC08/2026 (X1 Post) Sokhulu State Forest – Ref No: BC09/2026 (X2 Posts) Nkwezela State Forest – Ref No: BC10/2026 (X2 Posts) Mthunzini State Forest – Ref No: BC11/2026 (X1 Post) Eastern Cape: Eastern Cape – Ref No: BC22/2026 (X1 Post) Minimum Requirements Grade 10 (NQF Level 2) or equivalent qualification Private Security Industry Regulation Act (PSiRA) certificate No experience required Knowledge required: Access control procedures Measures for the control and movement of equipment Prescribed security procedures (e.g. MISS, NISA, Protection of Information Act, etc.) and the authority of security officers under these documents Relevant emergency procedures Security processes and procedures Departmental and Public Service prescripts CCTV operations Skills and attributes: Communication skills (written and spoken) Organisational and planning skills Decision-making skills Ability to work long hours voluntarily Ability to work independently and in a team Ability to work under extreme pressure Conflict management and resolution Note: All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments – one practical exercise and one Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Key Duties Perform access control Identify suspicious conduct Ensure that unauthorised persons and dangerous objects do not enter the building/premises Escort visitors to the relevant employee/venue when required Ensure that no equipment and assets of the department leave the building/premises unauthorised Perform proper lock-up of all offices and access points Operate and monitor control room security equipment Ensure safety in the building and premises Undertake building/premises patrols to identify and check security risks Lock or unlock main doors and trellidoors as required Note offices that have been left unlocked and lock them Identify fire hazards, exposed electrical contacts and other fire hazards Apply emergency procedures and alert emergency services and departmental management Provide receptionist services Ensure safety of staff and visitors Ensure all incidents are recorded in the occurrence book/register Keep the occurrence register and other registers up to date Ensure that visitors entering the forests have an approved licence as per the National Forests Act (NFA) Assist with fire management in the forest as required Obtain feedback from the supervisor on incidents reported Report on missing and stolen equipment and stores Enquiries KwaZulu-Natal: Mr Joyi – 066 427 0897 Eastern Cape: Ms N Mengqani – 066 328 7869 How to Apply Applications must be submitted as directed in the official Public Service Vacancy Circular (PSV Circular 31 of 2026). Applicants should clearly indicate the preferred centre and quote the correct reference number (e.g. BC07/2026 for Weza State Forest). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a practical exercise and an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Why Apply for these Security Officer Positions? These permanent Level 03 posts offer stable employment in the management and protection of state forests. Successful candidates will play a key role in access control, safety, fire prevention support and the protection of departmental assets in woodland and indigenous forest environments. If you have Grade 10, a valid PSiRA certificate, and are prepared to work in a forest environment (including long hours when required), these are solid opportunities in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. Join WhatsApp Channal Popular Search Terms: Security Officer forest jobs 2026, Woodlands and Indigenous Forest Management vacancies, BC07/2026 Weza State Forest, PSiRA Security Officer KZN, State Forest Security posts, R170 226 Security Officer, Eastern Cape forest security jobs. Apply through the official channels if you meet the requirements and indicate your preferred forest centre and reference number. The Department is an equal opportunity employer. Post navigation Bus Driver – Passenger Vacancy 2026 Food Service Aid Vacancy 2026
