Boom Gate Controller (Industrial Park)

Residents and staff at an industrial park in Alberton need to feel safe when they arrive; that is your job. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

You'll report in Alberton. Relocation is not covered for this one. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

• Search vehicles and bags leaving the site when company policy requires it
• Write every incident and shift change in the occurrence book (OB)
• Watch for loitering, broken fencing and open doors during night patrols
• Patrol the perimeter on a set route and scan checkpoint tags
• Hand out and collect contractor access cards
• Direct traffic and parking during school drop-off or big events
• Test the panic button and radio when you come on duty

• Able to work 12-hour day and night shifts, including weekends
• Clean criminal record
• Physically fit for foot patrols
• Alert, polite and firm with the public
• Grade 10 minimum; matric preferred
• Speaks and writes basic English

• Uniform, boots and winter jacket issued
• Stable long-term site contracts
• Chance to be upgraded to Grade B with training

• List the types of sites you have guarded, like estate, mall or factory. Security companies place officers by site experience.
• Make sure your PSIRA fees are paid. A lapsed registration gets your CV thrown out, even if you have years of experience.