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An opportunity has arisen for a Security Officer in Umhlanga. Suitably qualified candidates from across KwaZulu-Natal are invited to apply.
What This Role Involves
This Security Officer role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Umhlanga. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the legal and security jobs pipeline across KwaZulu-Natal.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Umhlanga team.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Security Officer to step into the legal and security jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Your Future Here
Career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Umhlanga depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in KwaZulu-Natal.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Umhlanga team member.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
About the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the legal and security jobs side of the business inside out. The Umhlanga group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
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.
The team structure and working relationships for this role in Umhlanga will be explained during the hiring process.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
- Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
- Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
- Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
Minimum Requirements
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in legal or security operations
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
- Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.