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Job Title
Monitor Room Operator (post level 17) (8 positions) Job ID: 6535
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People and Operations -> Protection Services
Contract Type
Permanent
Occupational Level
Unskilled
Location
South Campus – Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date
20/7/2026
Description
How to apply:
Hard copy applications may be submitted at:
• The University of the Free State, Bloemfontein Campus, George du Toit building, Human Resources Reception, 2nd Floor.
OR
• Online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
To ensure your application is complete, you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements, as well as the following standard documentation:
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
• Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).
Duties and responsibilities:
• Operate and maintain surveillance equipment, watch both live and recorded video surveillance footage.
• Watch multiple monitors at once and make notes of any unusual occurrences and report to the Shift leader.
• Must be able to work without constant supervision.
• Must communicate over the two-way radio and direct the officers to the scenes in the shortest and safest way.
• Safe and correct storing of footage information for investigation purposes.
• Test the redpolls (panic buttons) weekly and submit a report.
• Monitor the fire detection systems.
• Monitor all alarms and CCTV cameras.
• Activate response members for intruder alarms and incidents observed via CCTV cameras
• Record incidents and keep them for evidence purposes.
• Produce incident reports and submit them to the shift leader.
• Ensure that all security systems function properly and keep a record of faulty equipment.
• Escalate the faulty equipment report to the shift leader.
• Produce preliminary investigation notes for the investigations.
• Collect and process information.
• Perform preliminary investigation through CCTV cameras.
• Provide statements for investigation purposes.
• Attend court cases or disciplinary hearings as and when required to do so.
• Conduct static guarding, patrolling and crime prevention when required by the shift leader.
• Carry out the duties of the duty room operator when a need arises.
• Provide backup during incidents when a need arises.
Inherent requirements:
• Grade 12 on NQF Level 4 (attach a copy).
• A valid Grade C PSIRA certificate (attach a copy).
• A minimum of one (1) year relevant work experience.
Recommendations:
• CCTV monitoring certificate (attach a copy).
• Experience within the higher education environment.
• First Aid certificate (attach copy).
• Fire Fighting Certificate (attach copy).
Competencies
Required competencies:
• Results Orientated:
– The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
– The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
• Strategic Thinking:
– The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
– The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• Business Acumen:
– The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
– Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading:
– The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
– The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building Coalitions:
– The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
– The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Assumption of duties:
01 September 2026.
Closing date:
20 July 2026
Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 127,080.97.
Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.
Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.az.za
Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813 / 2558 for assistance.
General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at:
ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf
The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.
The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.