Security Officer

Bring your skills as a Security Officer to Somerset West and join a team that moves fast. This Western Cape role is one to watch.

The Role

An experienced Security Officer is needed to support operations in Somerset West. The role forms part of how the business keeps its legal and security jobs portfolio strong in Western Cape.

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.

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.

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 Somerset West.

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 Western Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Is this position open to recent graduates?

Yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.

Is there opportunity for promotion?

Any progression opportunities depend on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs.

Based in Somerset West

Working in Somerset West means a place near the Cape Town International Airport hub, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Western Cape region, and the Somerset West office benefits from those long-standing connections.

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 Somerset West.

Many candidates already living within reach of Somerset West 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 Somerset West, Western Cape.

Our Commitment to Transformation

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.

Notably, 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 Somerset West.

About the Team

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

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

In addition, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Somerset West 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.

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.

Equally, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Western Cape 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 Somerset West.

Crucially, the Somerset West 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.

Where You’ll Work

Equally, 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.

Beyond 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.

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

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Somerset West site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Your Future Here

Career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Somerset West depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in 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.

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

In addition, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Somerset West have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.

What We Offer

In addition, you will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Somerset West 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.

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

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

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

Key Responsibilities

• Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions for the legal team
• Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
• Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
• Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
• Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
• Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
• Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials

What You’ll Need

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
• Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
• Sound ethical judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Computer literacy and experience with case or incident management systems
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required

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