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Apply for 4 SARS Officer: Regional Physical Security Jobs 2026 in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Mpumalanga. Closing date: 23 July 2026.

SARS Officer: Regional Physical Security Jobs 2026

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is recruiting four (4) Officer: Regional Physical Security professionals to strengthen its security operations across South Africa. These permanent positions are available in the Western Cape (2 posts), Eastern Cape (1 post), and Mpumalanga (1 post).

This opportunity is ideal for experienced security professionals with expertise in physical security, security risk management, compliance monitoring, and supervising outsourced security services.

Regional Physical Security Job Overview

  • Employer: South African Revenue Service (SARS)
  • Position: Officer: Regional Physical Security
  • Reference Number: 11338
  • Number of Posts: 4
  • Division: Taxpayer Engagement
  • Locations:
    • Western Cape (2 Posts)
    • Eastern Cape (1 Post)
    • Mpumalanga (1 Post)
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Closing Date: 23 July 2026

About SARS

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is responsible for collecting revenue, administering customs services, and ensuring compliance with South Africa’s tax legislation. SARS offers rewarding career opportunities, professional development, and the chance to contribute to the protection of national assets and public resources.

Purpose of the Role (Regional Physical Security)

The Officer: Regional Physical Security will coordinate and supervise the protection of SARS employees, visitors, assets, and facilities. The successful candidate will monitor security operations, conduct risk assessments, oversee outsourced security service providers, ensure compliance with security policies, and respond to security incidents.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Security Operations

  • Coordinate the protection of people, assets, and facilities.
  • Supervise deployed security personnel.
  • Monitor compliance with Security Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
  • Resolve security-related issues at allocated sites.
  • Escalate unresolved security matters to management.
  • Monitor daily security activities and respond appropriately.

Risk Management

  • Conduct operational security risk assessments.
  • Implement security risk mitigation measures.
  • Identify and address security vulnerabilities.
  • Ensure physical security systems remain fully operational.
  • Report faults and monitor corrective actions.

Compliance and Governance

  • Conduct compliance inspections and security audits.
  • Ensure adherence to SARS security policies and standard operating procedures.
  • Coordinate outsourced security providers in line with PFMA requirements.
  • Monitor searches conducted according to legislation and company procedures.
  • Compile reports on security incidents and interventions.
  • Contribute to improving security procedures and operational standards.

Administration and Reporting

  • Prepare reports for management.
  • Record security interventions and incidents.
  • Monitor service quality and operational performance.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Client and Stakeholder Relations

  • Promote a culture of excellent customer service.
  • Build positive relationships with internal stakeholders.
  • Deliver professional, timely, and efficient security services.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

Option 1

  • Higher Certificate in Security Management or Security Risk Management (NQF Level 5)
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in security or security risk management
  • Valid driver’s licence

OR

Option 2

  • Grade 12 (Senior Certificate / NQF Level 4)
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience in security or security risk management
  • Valid driver’s licence

Required Skills and Competencies

Successful applicants should demonstrate:

Behavioural Competencies

  • Accountability
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Fairness and transparency
  • Respect and confidentiality
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational awareness
  • Trustworthiness
  • Conceptual thinking

Technical Competencies

  • Security risk management
  • Risk awareness
  • Compliance inspections
  • Planning and organizing
  • Knowledge of security policies and procedures
  • Physical security operations
  • Security systems monitoring
  • Incident reporting
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills

Why Join SARS?

Working at SARS offers employees:

  • Permanent employment
  • Opportunity to protect critical national infrastructure
  • Professional development and continuous learning
  • Career growth within a respected government institution
  • Exposure to advanced security operations
  • Collaborative and professional working environment

Employment Equity

SARS is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo:

  • Pre-employment screening
  • Security vetting and clearance
  • Psychometric assessments
  • Case study assessments (where applicable)
  • Reference checks
  • Oath of secrecy
  • Declaration of private interests

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their online applications before the closing date.

Ensure your CV clearly highlights your security qualifications, supervisory experience, risk management expertise, driver’s licence, and knowledge of physical security operations.

Closing Date: 23 July 2026

Apply Now

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who successfully complete the recruitment process will be subject to the required security clearance and verification procedures before appointment.

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