Apply for Shift Leaders jobs at TUT Soshanguve Campus. Ensure safety, lead teams & grow your career in campus protection. Apply before 22 Aug 2025!

Department: Campus Protection Services
Campus: Soshanguve
Post Level: 11
Reference Number: Ref: 25/401
Closing Date: 22 August 2025

Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for two (2) Shift Leader positions within the Department of Campus Protection Services at the Soshanguve Campus. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring the safety, security, and protection of students, staff, and university property.

Key Responsibilities

As a Shift Leaders, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of safety and security operations across campus. Your core duties include:

• Ensuring the safety of students, employees, buildings, and vehicles at all times.
• Monitoring and controlling daily shift activities for compliance and effectiveness.
• Enforcing the disciplinary code of conduct and taking corrective action in cases of misconduct.
• Scheduling and supervising shift functions to maximize productivity with available resources.
• Planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of security personnel.
• Ensuring tasks and reports are completed on time and with quality standards.
• Reporting incidents promptly to the Security Officer or Deputy Director of Security Services.
• Leading emergency responses until a senior officer assumes responsibility.
• Conducting regular inspections of all posts under your shift.
• Managing traffic control duties after hours.
• Receiving, inspecting, and logging shift vehicles, including recording damages and trip details.
• Monitoring and reporting lighting deficiencies during patrols.

Minimum Requirements for Shift Leaders

Academic Qualifications:

• NQF Level 4 qualification
• National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent
• Grade B PSIRA-accredited security training certification

Experience:

• At least 3 years of relevant security or protection services experience.

Professional Registration:

• Must be registered with PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority).

About Campus Protection Services at TUT

The Campus Protection Services Department is central to ensuring a safe, secure, and conducive learning environment at Tshwane University of Technology. The team provides:

• 24/7 security services, including patrols, surveillance, and access control.
• Emergency response coordination to safeguard lives and property.
• Traffic management and crime prevention initiatives.
• Continuous monitoring to ensure the highest standards of safety across all campuses.

Working as a Shift Leader at TUT means taking responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of thousands of students and staff members while supporting the university’s mission of academic excellence.

Employment Equity Commitment

TUT is an equal opportunity employer. The university is committed to transformation and employment equity. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups (women, people with disabilities, and historically disadvantaged individuals) in line with institutional policies.

How to Apply for Shift Leaders

Interested applicants must submit the following documents:

• A comprehensive CV
• A completed TUT application form (available on the TUT website, intranet, and SharePoint)
• Certified copies of:
  • Matric Certificate
  • PSIRA Certificate

Submit applications to:
Email: RecruitmentSoshCV@tut.ac.za

Visit Tshwane University of Technology career portal for More Information.

Enquiries: Mr. SN Mphai

Note: If you do not receive a response within one month after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The university reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Why Join TUT?

At Tshwane University of Technology, you’ll be joining one of South Africa’s largest universities, with a strong commitment to:

• Excellence in education and service delivery.
• Student and staff wellbeing.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment where security professionals are respected for their critical role.

By becoming a Shift Leaders, you are not only advancing your career in security leadership—you’re also contributing to a safer and more secure campus community.

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