BMA: Border Law Enforcement Officer Vacancy Available at KOSI Bay Port of Entry

BMA: Border Law Enforcement Officer Vacancy at KOSI Bay Port of Entry. The Border Management Authority (BMA) invites suitable candidates to apply for the Border Law Enforcement Officer permanent position.

Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Category: Government Vacancies

Closing Date: 07/09/2026

Minimum requirements

• A Grade 12 Certificate
• Training in a public security environment will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
• Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet the demands of the role
• May be required to work overtime
• Valid driver’s License
• The appointees will work shifts

Knowledge

• Border Management Authority Act, 2020
• Sound knowledge of South Africa’s legal and regulatory framework
• Knowledge about border control, customs, and immigration
• Familiarity with intelligence-driven operations and the use of technology in border control
• Public Administration Management Act
• Protected Disclosures Act, 2000 (Act No. 26 of 2000)
• Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002)

Job Description

The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following:

Security Services

• Conduct regular patrols and surveillance of assigned areas to detect and deter potential security threats and illegal activities
• Maintain a high level of alertness and situational awareness to identify suspicious activities, behaviours, or items that could pose a threat to individuals or national security
• Conduct security screenings, including bag checks, metal detector operation, and other necessary measures to prevent unauthorized items from entering restricted areas
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and emergency services to coordinate responses and share information related to potential security risks
• Assist in the development and implementation of security protocols and measures to proactively mitigate security vulnerabilities

Incident reporting and documentation

• Document and report all security incidents
• Accidents or violations promptly and accurately, following established protocols
• Maintain accurate records and logs of security-related activities, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations
• Provide timely and accurate information to supervisors, management, and law enforcement agencies as required

Border Control Activities

• Conduct general border management activities and security services to ensure effective and efficient border management
• Process proactive and responsive complaint attendance
• Report on arrested illegal foreigners held in the temporary holding cells
• Gather information for compiled reports as required by higher authority
• Implement controls on the movement of goods and people in the identified ports and segments
• Perform borderline duties, traffic checkpoint operations, and other law enforcement duties at outer/inner perimeter areas
• Maintain surveillance from covert positions at or near the international borders
• Control the access/egress at the identified port of entry and in border law enforcement area
• Conduct vehicle/foot patrols around the inner perimeter
• Control and regulate illegal movement of people and goods
• Identify and report on international visitors, travellers and shoppers for monitoring purposes
• Perform immigration duties

How to Apply

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