Senior Advisor Security Investigations Jobs in South Africa

Eskom is looking for two Senior Advisors for Security Investigations, in Gauteng, on a re-advertised basis. The closing date is 10 November 2026. The advisors handle serious, high-impact and abnormal risk events by providing specialised investigative services in support of the criminal justice system within Eskom, and reporting on the results.

About the company and the work

Eskom’s security function protects people, assets and operations, and investigations must stand up to scrutiny. This senior advisor role combines evidence work, legal process and stakeholder communication, so that complex cases are investigated thoroughly and reported clearly.

Role details

• Position: Senior Advisor Security Investigations x 2
• Department: Security, Office of the Group Executive
• Location: Gauteng
• Position/Task Grade: G15
• Number of posts: 2
• Contract type: Permanent
• Remuneration: Market Related
• Listing reference: eskom_007587
• Closing date: 10 November 2026

What the role involves

• Conducting complex security investigations
• Preparing investigation reports
• Providing post-investigative support
• Conducting investigations
• Liaising with all levels of management
• Providing advisory and consulting services

The source advert also lists knowledge of legal processes, Eskom policies and procedures, crime scene investigations, evidence preparation and reports for courts, legislation and regulations, offender profiles, and investigations of individuals and corporations.

Requirements

• A B Degree, B Tech or Advanced Diploma in Security Management, Policing, Forensic Science, Law or Auditing at NQF 7, with 360 credits
• Five years of experience in investigation of crime and knowledge of the criminal justice system

Only the requirements listed in the source advert are included here. Check the original listing for the full wording before you apply.

Where to find and apply safely

Apply only through the original Eskom careers listing, using the Apply button on this page, which links to that listing. Do not pay anyone to apply, and do not submit your application through an unofficial recruiter or social media post claiming to represent Eskom.

Practical tips

• Use listing reference eskom_007587 exactly as shown in the source advert
• Show clear examples of complex investigations you have led or supported to completion
• Explain how you have prepared evidence and reports for court use
• Apply well before 10 November 2026, so a last-minute portal problem does not cost you the opportunity

How the process works

Applications are made through Eskom’s official careers portal before the closing date. Eskom states that if you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date, you should accept that your application was unsuccessful. Eskom also states that it is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

Important information

This post is informational only, and openings and requirements can change at any time. Readers should always verify the details on the original Eskom listing before applying. The remuneration stated in the source is Market Related, and no numeric salary is given, and the closing date stated is 10 November 2026. This Senior Advisor role is distinct from the existing Officer Security Investigations post on this site, which is a different grade and listing.

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