Security Guards (X8 Posts)

EdUpStairs; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

EdUpStairs in Pretoria is seeking a vigilant security officer to safeguard people, property and information. You will conduct patrols, monitor CCTV and alarm systems, search persons or property where lawful, and respond to incidents with professional reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a Senior Certificate or equivalent, PSIRA registration, and security training. Strong communication, integrity and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Senior Certificate or equivalent is essential.
• PSIRA registration required or in process.
• Proficient communication in writing and speech.
• Security training with accredited levels A–D is preferred.
• Clean criminal record and professional discretion.

Responsibilities

• Guard and protect people, property and information.
• Conduct security patrols and monitor CCTV/alarm systems.
• Search persons, vehicles or property as allowed by law.
• Respond to security incidents and emergencies promptly.
• Maintain OB and incident reports and enforce security procedures.
• Report suspicious activity and breaches through proper channels.
• Manage security operations within the department.

Skills

Communication

PSIRA registration

Patrol and surveillance

CCTV monitoring

Incident response

Report writing

Conflict management

Teamwork

Integrity

Calm under pressure

Discipline and procedures

Risk identification

Listening

Interpersonal skills

Diversity respect

Education

Senior Certificate or equivalent

Tools

SAPS liaison

Job description

• The applicant must be in possession of a Senior Certificate or equivalent
• Communication (written and verbal)
• Valid PSIRA Registration
• Security Training with accredited security training such as Grade “A, B, C or D”
• Fire Fighting & First Aid certificate added advantage
• Clean criminal record
• Security and operational skills- access and egress control
• Patrol and surveillance techniques
• CCTV and alarm monitoring
• Incident and emergency response
• Visitor and vehicle management
• key and access control management
• Communication skills- effective verbal communication
• Good written communication and report writing
• Active listening
• Professional interaction with officials, visitors and the public
• Personal competenciesprofessionalism
• Discipline and adherence to procedures
• Reliability and punctuality
• Alertness and vigilance
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Integrity, Honesty and confidentiality
• Problem solving and decision makingassess situations and take appropriate actions
• Ability to identify potential risks
• Respond effectively to emergencies
• Escalate the incidents through correct reporting channels
• Exercising sound judgment within delegated authority
• Team-work and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of security team
• Cooperation with management and other stakeholders
• Conflict management skills
• Respect for diversity and different backgrounds
• Ability to work with SAPS, and other security stakeholders where required

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for guarding and protecting of people, property and information
• Conducting security patrols
• Monitoring CCTV and alarm systems
• Searching persons, vehicles or property where legally authorised
• Responding to security incidents and emergencies
• Maintaining OB and incident reports
• Enforcing organizational security procedures
• Reporting suspicious activities, security breaches and incidents
• Managing security operations in the department