(1261) Control Room Operator x4 - Durban

Brief Description

The main purpose of this position is to assist in ensuring the security of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Durban Cash Centre’s facility, personnel and assets through electronic security systems.

Detailed Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Control the access/egress of personnel and visitors through the electronic access control systems.
• Monitor the relevant security and other systems in the control room and react appropriately to situations that may arise (e.g. fire management system, lifts system, evacuation system, radio system and building maintenance system). 
• Handle routine security-related tasks and requests.
• Control the master keys.
• Monitor the closed-circuit television systems.
• Update security occurrences and incidents on the Cyber Incident and Investigation Management System (CiiMS). 
• Fulfil the normal duties of a security official, as and when required.
• Provide information to management for the purposes of decision-making.
• Proactively broaden knowledge of own functional area, displaying willingness to make improvements in the unit (including methods and practices).

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• a Grade 12 certificate/NQF Level 4 qualification;
• two to five years’ experience in a security environment;
• a Basic Tactical Security Training (BTST) certificate;
• a competence certificate in handling firearms (9 mm pistol, semi-automatic rifle and shotgun);
• medical, physical and psychological fitness level that is commensurate with the inherent requirements of the position; 
• a Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) Grade C certificate;
• a favourable security clearance; 
• sound knowledge and understanding of physical security, emergency management, electronic security systems and relevant legislation; and
• availability to work shifts (including weekends) and perform duties as required by operational circumstances.

About Sarb

Primary mandate of the SARB

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

What We Do

Monetary Policy

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

Financial Stability

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

Prudential Regulation

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

Financial Markets

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

Financial Surveillance

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

Payments And Settlements

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

Statistics

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

Research

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes And Coin

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.