Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Security Patrol Officer in Durban. Suitably qualified candidates from across KwaZulu-Natal are invited to apply.
What This Role Involves
This Security Patrol Officer role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Durban. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the legal and security jobs pipeline across KwaZulu-Natal.
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 Durban team.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Security Patrol 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.
Growing With Us
Crucially, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Durban 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.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Durban have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.
About the Team
The team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Durban office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when KwaZulu-Natal 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.
On top of that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Durban will be explained during the hiring process.
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.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Durban.
In addition, the Durban 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
- Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
Who We’re Looking For
- Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
- Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.