Security Officer

Applications are warmly invited for a Security Officer role based in Ladysmith. We welcome candidates from every background across KwaZulu-Natal who are ready to grow with us.

What This Role Involves

This Security Officer role sits within the legal and security jobs function in Ladysmith. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across KwaZulu-Natal.

The successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Ladysmith team on trust, and the Security Officer role will feel that from week one.

Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith 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.

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.

Beyond that, the Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith.

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

Why This Role

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

Importantly, 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.

Your Future Here

In addition, career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Ladysmith depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in KwaZulu-Natal.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Ladysmith have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.

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

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

The Environment

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.

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

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 Ladysmith site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there opportunity for promotion?

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

Are reference and background checks conducted?

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

Is this position open to recent graduates?

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

Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?

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

Working in Ladysmith

Notably, the role is based in Ladysmith, close to the Durban Harbour logistics hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Ladysmith and the broader KwaZulu-Natal region.

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

Many candidates already living within reach of Ladysmith 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.

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 Ladysmith.

Importantly, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Ladysmith.

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.

Practically speaking, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.

Core Functions

• Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
• Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials
• Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
• Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
• Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
• Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
• Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
• Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel

Candidate Profile

• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
• Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
• Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
• Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
• Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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