Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Security Officer for its Knysna operation. The role forms part of a wider legal and security jobs portfolio across Western Cape.
The Role
Importantly, the Security Officer vacancy forms part of how the Knysna branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the legal and security jobs side of the business moving forward.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the legal and security jobs team in Western Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the legal and security jobs group in Knysna.
Day in the Life
Your day is built on focus and detail. You work through matter files or post lists, review evidence or contracts and check that every required record is in place. Communication with site teams, attorneys, clients or SAPS is constant, and you keep your reports factual, precise and timely. When something out of the ordinary happens, you respond calmly and follow procedure, knowing that good documentation today protects the business tomorrow.
Crucially, the Knysna office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Knysna.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Knysna.
Equally, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Knysna.
Notably, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.
About Knysna
Knysna continues to grow as an employment hub in Western Cape, with near the V&A Waterfront precinct. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Knysna, Western Cape.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Knysna.
Daily Duties
- Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
- Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
- Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
- Sound ethical judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.