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Whether you are an experienced Security Officer or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Port Shepstone. The team hires on merit and across communities in KwaZulu-Natal.
The Role
The Security Officer position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across KwaZulu-Natal. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Port Shepstone and across the legal and security jobs space.
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 Port Shepstone team.
Beyond that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Port Shepstone 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 Port Shepstone teams, and the new Security Officer will feel that from the first week.
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 KwaZulu-Natal is consistently high and consistently fair.
Based in Port Shepstone
Working in Port Shepstone means a place minutes from King Shaka International Airport, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the KwaZulu-Natal region, and the Port Shepstone office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal.
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 Port Shepstone.
Many candidates already living within reach of Port Shepstone cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local KwaZulu-Natal economy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What shift patterns apply to this role?
Shift patterns vary by site, but the role typically follows the standard operational hours of the relevant branch. The hiring team will walk you through the specifics during the interview.
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 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 training provided for this position?
Training or onboarding, if available, will be described by the hiring organisation in the final vacancy details.
Is there opportunity for promotion?
Any progression opportunities depend on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs.
Your Future Here
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Port Shepstone 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 Port Shepstone team member.
Crucially, training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Port Shepstone have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Port Shepstone.
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.
Importantly, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Port Shepstone.
Crucially, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.
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 Port Shepstone group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Notably, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Port Shepstone 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.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
A Typical Day
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.
Crucially, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when KwaZulu-Natal operations throw up the unexpected.
Importantly, the Port Shepstone 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.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Port Shepstone.
The Environment
Beyond that, 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.
Equally, 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.
Importantly, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in KwaZulu-Natal.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Port Shepstone site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Key Responsibilities
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
- Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
- Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
Who We’re Looking For
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in legal or security operations
Equally, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.