Security Officer
Company
Swiss Build
Location
Durban
Salary
R 7K–R 8K a month
Posted
15 hours ago
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Job Description
Job Summary
The Security & Safety Officer is responsible for protecting people, property, and assets while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The role involves monitoring security systems, enforcing site rules, identifying hazards, and promoting a safe working environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Patrol premises regularly to prevent and detect signs of intrusion or unsafe conditions
• Control access to buildings by verifying identification and logging visitors
• Write detailed incident and daily activity reports
• Enforce company policies and security procedures
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses
Qualifications & Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent (tertiary qualification in safety/security is a plus)
• Basic understanding of surveillance systems and access control
Skills & Competencies
• Strong observation and attention to detail
• Good communication and report-writing skills
• Problem-solving and quick decision-making ability
• Ability to stay calm under pressure
• Integrity and professionalism
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: R7 000,00 - R8 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
The Security & Safety Officer is responsible for protecting people, property, and assets while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The role involves monitoring security systems, enforcing site rules, identifying hazards, and promoting a safe working environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Patrol premises regularly to prevent and detect signs of intrusion or unsafe conditions
• Control access to buildings by verifying identification and logging visitors
• Write detailed incident and daily activity reports
• Enforce company policies and security procedures
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses
Qualifications & Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent (tertiary qualification in safety/security is a plus)
• Basic understanding of surveillance systems and access control
Skills & Competencies
• Strong observation and attention to detail
• Good communication and report-writing skills
• Problem-solving and quick decision-making ability
• Ability to stay calm under pressure
• Integrity and professionalism
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: R7 000,00 - R8 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
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