Work-Force
This is a current vacancy. An opportunity has arisen for a Security Patrol Officer in Durban. Suitably qualified candidates from across KwaZulu-Natal are invited to apply.
About the Opportunity
Notably, this Security Patrol Officer role sits within the legal and security jobs function in Durban. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across KwaZulu-Natal.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Durban operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the 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.
What We Offer
Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Durban contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the legal and security jobs space in KwaZulu-Natal.
On top of that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
About the Team
Practically speaking, 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.
On top of that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Durban 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.
Day in the Life
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.
Daily Duties
- Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
- Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
- Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
What You’ll Need
- 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
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
- Computer literacy and experience with case or incident management systems
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in legal or security operations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.