Boom Gate Controller (Industrial Park) – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network
Fourways, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 18 hours ago
Full-time Security PSIRA Grade C
R7 000 – R8 000/month
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Job Description

The gate at a construction yard in Fourways is the first line of safety, and you would be standing at it. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

Home base is a construction yard on the Fourways side of Gauteng. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

What you'll actually do

  • Patrol the perimeter on a set route and scan checkpoint tags
  • Search vehicles and bags leaving the site when company policy requires it
  • Write every incident and shift change in the occurrence book (OB)
  • Call the armed response or SAPS number from the call list when needed
  • Direct traffic and parking during school drop-off or big events
  • Check visitors' IDs and capture them on the visitor app or in the gate register
  • Watch for loitering, broken fencing and open doors during night patrols

What you need

  • Able to work 12-hour day and night shifts, including weekends
  • Clear, neat handwriting for the OB and registers
  • Speaks and writes basic English
  • Physically fit for foot patrols
  • Clean criminal record
  • PSIRA registration at Grade C or higher, paid up to date

Extra points for

  • Firefighting or evacuation training
  • First-aid Level 1 certificate
  • Experience on estate access apps or biometric readers

What's in it for you

  • Provident fund contributions
  • Chance to be upgraded to Grade B with training
  • Uniform, boots and winter jacket issued

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): PSIRA certificate and valid registration card plus previous security employers' contact details.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 5 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Fourways; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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How to stand out

  • Put your PSIRA number and grade right under your name. Recruiters check it on the PSIRA system before they even phone you.
  • Make sure your PSIRA fees are paid. A lapsed registration gets your CV thrown out, even if you have years of experience.

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Job details
SalaryR7 000 – R8 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationFourways, Gauteng
CategorySecurity
Experience3+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade C
Posted11 November 2026
Closing Date9 December 2026
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