Senior Security Technician

Flink Recruitment; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a skilled Security Technician in Cape Town. The role offers a hybrid working model and involves installing and maintaining security systems like CCTV and access control. Candidates should have at least 10 years in the security industry, relevant electrical qualifications, and proven experience with Dahua, Hikvision, and Axis systems. Benefits include a company vehicle, petrol and cell phone allowances, plus the chance to work with top security technologies.

Benefits

Company vehicle for work-related travel

Petrol allowance

Cell phone allowance

Hybrid working structure

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Security Technician in the security industry.
• Proven experience with electric fencing installations.
• Valid Drivers Licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain security systems including CCTV and access control.
• Conduct site inspections and risk assessments.
• Provide technical support remotely and on-site.

Skills

Technical problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Electrical Qualification (N3/N4, Trade Test)

Tools

Dahua systems

Hikvision systems

Axis systems

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Security Technician to join our team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in the security industry, with hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting security systems, including CCTV, access control, and electric fencing. This role offers a hybrid working model, providing a balance between fieldwork, office-based support, and remote technical assistance.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain security systems including CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.
• Work with and integrate Dahua, Hikvision, and Axis central systems.
• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on existing security systems.
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and system evaluations.
• Install and maintain electric fencing and related electronic security components.
• Collaborate with clients and the internal team to ensure optimal security solutions are delivered.
• Maintain detailed service reports, installation logs, and compliance documentation.
• Provide technical support remotely and on-site as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Electrical Qualification (N3/N4, Trade Test, or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years experience as a Security Technician in the security industry.
• Proven experience with Dahua, Hikvision, and Axis systems.
• Experience with electric fencing installations (valid Electric Fence Installer Certificate is advantageous).
• Strong electrical knowledge and practical fault-finding ability.
• Valid Drivers Licence (essential).
• Clear criminal record and contactable references.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent technical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently.
• Time management and organisational abilities.

Benefits

• Company vehicle for work-related travel.
• Petrol allowance.
• Cell phone allowance.
• Hybrid working structure.
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading security systems and technologies.

Salary and Employment Details

• Salary: Market-related, based on experience and qualifications.
• Employment Type: Permanent Employment
• Industry: Safety and Security
• Work space preference: Work Onsite
• Ideal work province: Western Cape
• Ideal work city: Cape Town
• Drivers License: CODE B (Car)
• Own car needed: No