Assistant Officer Security | Eskom Communications

Full Time Security / Safety

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Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Cape Town

Deadline : January 09, 2026

About the Role

This role provides technical oversight of high-RPM security data and manages 100% compliance with national energy security and occupational safety protocols. Utilizing ServiceNow for incident orchestration and Oracle for resource management, the officer mitigates operational risk across critical energy infrastructure. Their leadership leverages data to ensure the technical reliability of security systems and protects the institutional integrity of the national energy grid.

Job description
Skills and Competencies Required:

Leadership

  • Coaching, mentoring, developing
  • Team player
  • Employee relationship building

Behavioral

  • Integrity
  • Honesty
  • Trustworthiness
  • Professionalism
  • Highly motivated

Knowledge

  • Understanding a subject facts and information relevant to the key performance areas (KPAs)
  • Required proficiency level for the role and the criteria for updating the competency
  • Security training legislation
  • Policies, procedures, standards and practices
  • Safety and Security, Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) skills program one to four
  • National key point unit standards
  • Firearm handling unit standards for business purposes

Skill

  • Administration
  • Problem solving
  • Presentation
  • Effective customer service
  • Work under pressure and with deadlines
  • Interact at a senior level
  • Training

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage stakeholder and customer relations
  • Supervise security service provider, contractor activities
  • Investigate crime
  • Coordinate emergency preparedness and safety programs

Minimum requirements
Minimum Requirements

Qualification(s):

  • National Diploma Security Management / Policing / Security Risk Management at NQF6 with 240 credits
  • Private Security Industry Regulation Authority (PSIRA) Grade B
  • Related Minimum Experience:
  • 2 years’ security experience

 

Apply by: 6 January 2026

Career Growth & Education

A National Diploma or Degree in Security Management or Risk is essential, alongside relevant PSIRA registration. Career growth leads to Security Manager or Risk Director roles by mastering digital surveillance technology and advanced crisis management. Participating in specialized bootcamps in cybersecurity and obtaining advanced certifications provides a pathway to senior leadership in the global energy and utility sector.

Salary & Financial Insight

Estimated monthly salaries range from R22,000 to R38,000, reflecting the high strategic and operational stakes in energy security. Strategic financial planning should involve a focus on building an emergency fund and utilizing employer-sponsored retirement funds to secure a stable financial future.

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