Security Patrol Officer

An opportunity has arisen for a Security Patrol Officer in Mossel Bay. Suitably qualified candidates from across Western Cape are invited to apply.

What This Role Involves

The Security Patrol Officer vacancy forms part of how the Mossel Bay 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.

Crucially, the successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Mossel Bay team on trust, and the Security Patrol Officer role will feel that from week one.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the legal and security jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Mossel Bay much easier.

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 Mossel Bay.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Security Patrol 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.

Equal Opportunity

Notably, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Western Cape, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Mossel Bay.

Crucially, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.

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.

Your Workplace

On top of that, 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 Mossel Bay site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Crucially, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Western Cape.

Your Team

Equally, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Mossel Bay office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Western Cape operations get busy.

On top of that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Mossel Bay will be explained during the hiring process.

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.

Why Join Us

Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Mossel Bay contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the legal and security jobs space in Western Cape.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

Beyond that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Practically speaking, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Working in Mossel Bay

Beyond that, the role is based in Mossel Bay, within reach of Century City. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Mossel Bay and the broader Western Cape region.

Many candidates already living within reach of Mossel Bay cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Mossel Bay, 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 Mossel Bay.

Career Growth

Importantly, career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Mossel Bay depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Western Cape.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Mossel Bay 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.

Practically speaking, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Mossel Bay have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.

What Your Day Looks Like

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.

Importantly, the Mossel Bay 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 Mossel Bay.

Notably, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Western Cape operations throw up the unexpected.

Key Outputs

• Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
• Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
• Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
• Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
• Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact

What You’ll Need

• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
• 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
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
• Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
• Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.