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Looking for your next move as a Security Guard in Butterworth? A role has just opened that gives you real responsibility and a clear path forward in Eastern Cape.
Overview
An experienced Security Guard is needed to support operations in Butterworth. The role forms part of how the business keeps its legal and security jobs portfolio strong in Eastern Cape.
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.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Security Guard is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Eastern Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.
Growing With Us
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Butterworth have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Butterworth have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Eastern Cape.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Where You’ll Work
The environment is process-driven and regulation-aware. Whether you are at a desk or on site, attention to detail, calm conduct and accurate reporting are non-negotiable.
In addition, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Butterworth site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Daily Duties
- Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
- Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
- Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
- Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
Essential Criteria
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
- Computer literacy and experience with case or incident management systems
- Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
- Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.