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Whether you are a seasoned Control Room Operator or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Saldanha. The team hires on merit and across communities in Western Cape.
Overview
The organisation is investing in its Saldanha operation, and this Control Room Operator position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the legal and security jobs function and contribute to the wider Western Cape business.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the legal and security jobs team in Western Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
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 Saldanha much easier.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Control Room Operator 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.
About the Team
Equally, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Saldanha 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.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Equally, the team mix in Saldanha reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
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 Environment
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.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Western Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
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 Saldanha site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Equal Opportunity
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Western Cape, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Saldanha.
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.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Western Cape.
What We Offer
Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Saldanha contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the legal and security jobs space in Western Cape.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Western Cape.
Beyond that, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Saldanha keep progressing.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Saldanha teams.
Your Role
- Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
- Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
- Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
- Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials
Candidate Profile
- Sound ethical judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
- Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (often required)
- Physical fitness for site-based security roles
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in legal or security operations
- Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.