Gate Security Officer (Residential Estate) – Fixed-Term

The gate at a construction yard in Stellenbosch is the first line of safety, and you would be standing at it. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The work is in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

• Check visitors' IDs and capture them on the visitor app or in the gate register
• Keep the guardhouse clean and the OB up to date for the relieving officer
• Write every incident and shift change in the occurrence book (OB)
• Watch for loitering, broken fencing and open doors during night patrols
• Search vehicles and bags leaving the site when company policy requires it

• Able to work 12-hour day and night shifts, including weekends
• PSIRA registration at Grade C or higher, paid up to date
• Physically fit for foot patrols
• Grade 10 minimum; matric preferred
• Speaks and writes basic English

• Provident fund contributions
• Stable long-term site contracts
• Paid night-shift allowance under the security sector rules

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