Security Operations Supervisor (Retail Portfolio)

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Bloemfontein, Free State
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time Security PSIRA Grade B
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Job Description

Step up from guarding into supervising on a retail portfolio in Bloemfontein. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

This post is Bloemfontein-based, with most of your time spent at a retail portfolio. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

The work, day to day

  • Do surprise night visits to check posts
  • Handle discipline issues fairly and keep written records
  • Meet the client weekly on security concerns
  • Check that PSIRA registrations of staff on site are current
  • Post officers when the shift changes over and cover no-shows
  • Plan the monthly roster to stay within legal working hours

What you need

  • Available after hours for emergencies
  • At least 3 years in security, including 1 as a supervisor
  • PSIRA Grade B (Grade A for area manager posts)
  • Matric, with a security management course a plus
  • Valid Code 8 licence and willing to drive between sites
  • Confident writer of incident reports and rosters

Nice if you have

  • Own reliable vehicle
  • Computer skills for rosters in Excel or a workforce app

On offer

  • Company vehicle or car allowance on area roles
  • Provident fund and funeral cover
  • Management training for growth to operations manager

How to apply

  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: PSIRA Grade B certificate, supervision or labour relations certificates plus driver's licence copy.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 10 working days.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • If you have been upgraded through the grades, show the progression. It proves you grew on the job.
  • Mention how you handled absenteeism or roster gaps. It is the biggest daily headache for security companies.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationBloemfontein, Free State
CategorySecurity
Experience3+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade B
Posted4 November 2026
Closing Date11 December 2026
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