Overview
Head: Security Services Jobs in Upington at Dawid Kruiper Municipality
NOTICE NO: K4/2026
DIRECTORATE : Community Service
SUB-DIRECTORATE : Protection Services: Security Services
DURATION : Permanent
SALARY SCALE : R 573 240 – R 602 268 per year.
Benefits: Applicable to a Category B Local Authority.
To lead, manage and coordinate the Municipality’s security services to ensure the effective protection of municipal assets, facilities and stakeholders through the implementation of security policies, procedures and legislative requirements, risk management, regulatory compliance and effective service delivery.
Requirements: Qualifications and Experience:
· Grade 12 (Matric)
· National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Policing, Safety and Security Management, Security Management, Public Administration, Public Management or an equivalent qualification relevant to security, law enforcement and municipal protection services.
· Minimum of eight (8) years’ relevant experience in a security, policing, law enforcement or municipal protection services environment, of which at least three (3) years must have been gained at supervisory or management level.
· Security Grade A – Valid PSIRA Registration
· Firearm Competency Certificate
· Police clearance (clean SAPS clearance) – No criminal record
· Valid Code 8 (B) Driver’s Licence
· Computer literacy – MS Office
· Strong communication and management leadership skills
Key Performance Areas:
· Provide strategic leadership, management and oversight of the Municipality’s Security Unit and related security
operations.
· Develop, implement, review and maintain security policies, procedures, strategies and operational plans to
safeguard municipal assets, facilities, employees, councilors and members of the public.
· Plan, coordinate and monitor security operations, priorities and resource allocation to ensure effective and efficient
service delivery.
· Manage, monitor and report on departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), performance targets and
operational outcomes.
· Ensure compliance with all applicable security legislation, regulations, standards, municipal policies and
procedures, including PSIRA requirements.
· Manage and oversee PSIRA registrations, compliance requirements and related regulatory submissions.
· Direct and oversee the investigation of security incidents, breaches, losses and irregularities, and implement
corrective and preventative actions.
· Conduct security risk assessments, threat analyses and vulnerability assessments, and implement
appropriate mitigation and preventative measures.
· Manage the deployment, performance, discipline, training and development of security personnel.
· Coordinate security-related matters with law enforcement agencies, emergency services, government departments
and other relevant stakeholders.
· Promote a security-conscious culture and enhance security awareness throughout the Municipality.
· Manage the security budget, assets, equipment, contracts and other resources in accordance with municipal policies
and applicable legislation.
· Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, annual and ad hoc operational, management and security reports to senior
management, Council and relevant Council Committees.
· Provide professional security advice and support to Council, municipal management and departments on security-
related matters.
· Respond to security emergencies, incidents and high-risk situations, ensuring appropriate intervention and
continuity of municipal operations.
· Acceptance and execution of lawful instructions from senior management.
Closing Date:Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 16:00
Certified copies of qualifications must accompany all applications.
The prescribed application forms are obtainable at the Municipal Offices, Upington, as well as on the website: www.dkm.gov.za
Applications can be completed online via the Municipality’s official website
Alternatively, complete curricula vitae with the prescribed application form may be addressed to: The Senior Manager Human Resources
Municipality Dawid Kruiper,Private Bag X6003, Upington, 8800
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applications delivered by hand must be submitted in the application box at the front foyer of the Municipality.
The Municipality of Dawid Kruiper reserves the right not to fill the position.
Enquiries regarding the above position may be directed to Mrs N. Howley at telephone:
(054) 3387038.
If applicants are not invited for an interview within six weeks from the closing date, it may be assumed that the application was unsuccessful.
Yours faithfully
DR E. NTOBA
MUNICIPAL MANAGER
Pay: R573 240,00 – R602 268,00 per year
Work Location: In person
Title: Head: Security Services
Company: Dawid Kruiper Municipality
Location: Upington
