Security Officer

A vacancy has been confirmed for a Security Officer based in Polokwane, Limpopo. The successful candidate will join an established team within the legal and security jobs function.

Overview

The organisation is investing in its Polokwane operation, and this Security Officer position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the legal and security jobs function and contribute to the wider Limpopo business.

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 Polokwane team.

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

Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Security Officer is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Limpopo is consistently high and consistently fair.

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 Polokwane teams, and the new Security Officer will feel that from the first week.

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.

In addition, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Limpopo operations throw up the unexpected.

No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Polokwane.

Beyond that, the Polokwane 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.

Equal Opportunity

Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Polokwane.

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.

On top of that, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Polokwane.

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

What We Offer

Importantly, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this legal and security jobs role in Polokwane; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Limpopo.

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

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

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

About Polokwane

Working in Polokwane means a place within the Phalaborwa mining belt, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Limpopo region, and the Polokwane office benefits from those long-standing connections.

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

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

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 Polokwane.

Common Questions

Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?

Yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.

Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates who can meet the advertised location and work-schedule requirements.

Are reference and background checks conducted?

Beyond that, yes. Reference, qualification and any role-appropriate background checks are conducted in line with applicable law.

Your Future Here

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

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

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

Importantly, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Polokwane have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Limpopo.

Meet the Team

Practically speaking, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Polokwane office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Limpopo 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.

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.

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

Where You’ll Work

Notably, 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.

On top of that, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Limpopo.

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

Your Role

• Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
• Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
• Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
• Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
• Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
• Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions for the legal team
• Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents

Essential Criteria

• Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
• Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
• Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
• Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required

If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.