Job Description
Qualifications, experience and other competencies required:
- Minimum Grade 10
- Grade C/B/A accredited and registered
- Hospitality/Residential Estates experience is a MUST
- Minimum of 2 years in the security industry
- No criminal record
- Willing to undergo criminal checks regularly
- Must be physically fit
- Must reside in the area the position has been advertised
Key areas of responsibility will include:
- Report writing
- Safeguarding
- Patrolling
- Entrance and exit control
- Completing relevant registers
- Standard duties as per training
Core Competencies:
- Good communication skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to follow instructions accurately
We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made is purely on merit, Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team.
Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports the global fair practice and business ethics on the continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.
Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
In South Africa, Security Officer Grades C, B, and A refer to different levels of responsibility and authority within the private security industry. These grades are regulated by PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority). Here’s a breakdown of each grade:
Grade C Security Officer
- Primary Role: Access control officer.
- Typical Duties:
- Controlling access to premises.
- Checking ID cards, visitor logs, and entry/exit points.
- Patrolling premises (light patrol duties).
- Basic report writing.
- Level of Responsibility: Entry-level.
- Common Work Environments: Retail stores, warehouses, office parks, residential complexes.
Grade B Security Officer
- Primary Role: Supervisor of Grade C officers.
- Typical Duties:
- Supervising a team of Grade C guards.
- Handling minor incidents and escalations.
- Scheduling and rostering guards.
- Doing basic investigations and reporting.
- Liaising with clients or site managers.
- Level of Responsibility: Intermediate.
- Common Work Environments: Shopping malls, schools, medium-size business premises.
Grade A Security Officer
- Primary Role: Site or shift commander.
- Typical Duties:
- Managing and overseeing site operations.
- Supervising both Grade B and C officers.
- Conducting in-depth investigations and writing detailed reports.
- Handling emergencies and liaising with police or emergency services.
- Implementing and maintaining security policies and procedures.
- Level of Responsibility: Senior / Management level.
- Common Work Environments: High-risk sites, corporate offices, banks, industrial plants.
Additional Info:
- Training & Certification:
- All security officers must be registered with PSIRA.
- Training must be completed through an accredited training provider.
- Grade C is the starting point, and officers may upgrade to B or A through additional training and experience.
- PSIRA Registration Requirements:
- South African ID.
- No criminal record.
- Completed training for the desired grade.
- Fingerprint clearance.
- Pay:
- Varies by employer and site risk level.
- Generally:
- Grade C: Lowest pay.
- Grade B: Moderate.
- Grade A: Highest pay due to more responsibility.
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