Reception Security Officer (Office Tower) – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network
Welkom, Free State
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Security PSIRA Grade C
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Job Description

You'll control who comes in and out of a private school campus in Welkom, and log every visitor properly. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The work is in Welkom, Free State, 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.

What your day looks like

  • Direct traffic and parking during school drop-off or big events
  • Search vehicles and bags leaving the site when company policy requires it
  • Check visitors' IDs and capture them on the visitor app or in the gate register
  • Open and close boom gates for residents, deliveries and contractors
  • Keep the guardhouse clean and the OB up to date for the relieving officer
  • Call the armed response or SAPS number from the call list when needed
  • Hand out and collect contractor access cards

What you need

  • PSIRA registration at Grade C or higher, paid up to date
  • Alert, polite and firm with the public
  • Physically fit for foot patrols
  • Able to work 12-hour day and night shifts, including weekends
  • Speaks and writes basic English

Extra points for

  • A Code 8 licence for vehicle patrols
  • First-aid Level 1 certificate

What you get

  • Stable long-term site contracts
  • Chance to be upgraded to Grade B with training
  • Paid night-shift allowance under the security sector rules
  • Uniform, boots and winter jacket issued

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: previous security employers' contact details plus Grade 10 or matric certificate.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

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

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How to stand out

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

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationWelkom, Free State
CategorySecurity
Experience3+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade C
Posted10 November 2026
Closing Date14 December 2026
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