Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Security Guard for its Welkom operation. The role forms part of a wider legal and security jobs portfolio across Free State.
What This Role Involves
An experienced Security Guard is needed to support operations in Welkom. The role forms part of how the business keeps its legal and security jobs portfolio strong in Free State.
Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Welkom teams, and the new Security Guard will feel that from the first week.
Working in Welkom
Practically speaking, the role is based in Welkom, near the Bethlehem agricultural belt. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Welkom and the broader Free State region.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Welkom, Free State.
Many candidates already living within reach of Welkom cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.
Diversity and Inclusion
Equally, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Free State, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Welkom.
About the Team
On top of that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Welkom office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Free State operations get busy.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
- Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials
- Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
Essential Criteria
- Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
- Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.