Work-Force
A Security Officer position is being filled in Ermelo. Suitable candidates from across Mpumalanga are invited to submit their applications for review.
The Role
An experienced Security Officer is needed to support operations in Ermelo. The role forms part of how the business keeps its legal and security jobs portfolio strong in Mpumalanga.
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 Ermelo team.
The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Ermelo also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
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 Ermelo teams, and the new Security Officer will feel that from the first week.
Diversity and Inclusion
Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Ermelo.
Equally, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Ermelo.
Practically speaking, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Mpumalanga.
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
Crucially, 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.
Notably, 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 Ermelo site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
On top of that, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Mpumalanga.
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.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Ermelo.
Practically speaking, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Mpumalanga operations throw up the unexpected.
Crucially, the Ermelo 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.
Based in Ermelo
Crucially, the role is based in Ermelo, near the Secunda petrochemical hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Ermelo and the broader Mpumalanga region.
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 Ermelo.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Ermelo, Mpumalanga.
Many candidates already living within reach of Ermelo cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Mpumalanga economy.
Why Join Us
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Ermelo 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.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Notably, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Equally, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Key Responsibilities
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
- Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
- Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
Essential Criteria
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
- Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
- Sound ethical judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.