Security Officer

Applications are warmly invited for a Security Officer role based in Bellville. We welcome candidates from every background across Western Cape who are ready to grow with us.

About This Position

The Security Officer vacancy forms part of how the Bellville branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the legal and security jobs side of the business moving forward.

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 Bellville team.

Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Bellville also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

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.

Why This Role

You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Bellville 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.

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

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.

About the Team

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

Beyond that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Bellville 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.

Working in Bellville

Working in Bellville means a place close to the Stellenbosch agricultural belt, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Western Cape region, and the Bellville office benefits from those long-standing connections.

Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Bellville, Western Cape.

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 Bellville.

Many candidates already living within reach of Bellville 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.

Your Future Here

Equally, career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Bellville 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 Bellville team member.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Bellville have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.

Daily Duties

• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions for the legal team
• Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
• Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
• Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
• Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
• Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
• Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
• Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines

Essential Criteria

• Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
• Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
• Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
• Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
• Computer literacy and experience with case or incident management systems

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.