Security Guard

Looking for your next move as a Security Guard in Saldanha? A role has just opened that gives you real responsibility and a clear path forward in Western Cape.

What This Role Involves

This Security Guard role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Saldanha. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the legal and security jobs pipeline across Western Cape.

The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Saldanha operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

On top of that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Saldanha also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

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 Saldanha.

Diversity and Inclusion

In addition, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.

Beyond that, 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.

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

Based in Saldanha

Saldanha continues to grow as an employment hub in Western Cape, with on the N2 corridor toward the Cape Winelands. 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.

Many candidates already living within reach of Saldanha 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 Saldanha, 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 Saldanha.

Why This Role

You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Saldanha colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the legal and security jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.

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

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

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

Your Future Here

Notably, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Saldanha have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

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

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Saldanha have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Meet the Team

Practically speaking, you will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the legal and security jobs side of the business inside out. The Saldanha group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.

Importantly, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Saldanha will be explained during the hiring process.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
• Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
• Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
• Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
• Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
• Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
• Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
• Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics

What You’ll Need

• Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
• Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Crucially, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.