BMA Chief Immigration Officer OR Tambo Airport 2026 | R455K Salary Ref BMA-74

Position Details

Position: Chief Immigration Officer
Reference Number: BMA-74
Salary: R375,182.48 – R455,818.20 per annum
Department: Operations and Law Enforcement – Central Region
Location: OR Tambo International Airport, 1 Jones Road, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, 1632, Gauteng, South Africa.
Type: Permanent Senior Management – Armed Service
Closing Date: 22 June 2026

Chief Immigration Officer Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise activities of the immigration unit at OR Tambo
• Implement policies and procedures related to immigration and border control
• Supervise and provide guidance to immigration officers and staff
• Ensure compliance with Immigration Act and border control regulations
• Handle escalated cases and make decisions on complex immigration matters
• Liaise with SAPS, Home Affairs, Interpol and other law enforcement agencies
• Prepare reports and maintain records of immigration activities
• Coordinate monthly and quarterly department reports for management
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures for business optimization
• Enforce fraud controls, risk prevention and governance compliance
• Support internal and external audit requirements
• Represent BMA in committees, forums, conferences and workshops
• Establish relationships with intelligence agencies and international stakeholders

Minimum Requirements of Chief Immigration Officer

• Undergraduate qualification NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA
• Degree/Diploma in Social Science, Law, Security Studies, or Public Administration
• Minimum 3 years experience at supervisory level in public security/law enforcement
• Experience in commanding, planning and executing security operations
• Knowledge of Immigration Act, border control laws and BMA policies
• Strong leadership, decision-making and report writing skills
• Flexibility to work shifts, overtime, weekends and public holidays
• No criminal record

Why This BMA Job Stands Out

R455K salary + senior management rank + OR Tambo location = career-defining opportunity. Few NQF6 graduates apply for BMA vs thousands for Grade 12 posts. If you have supervisory experience, this is faster promotion track than SAPS/HOME AFFAIRS. BMA offers armed service benefits, training, and pension.

How to Apply for Chief Immigration Officer Jobs

Apply via BMA E-Recruitment using reference BMA-74. Submit CV, certified qualifications, ID and proof of supervisory experience before closing date.

Closing Date: 22 June 2026 – Applications close earlier than other BMA posts.

Employment Equity

BMA is committed to employment equity and diversity. Preference given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. Persons with disabilities encouraged to apply.