Shift Supervisor (Guarding Contract) – Experienced

You'll run a shift of officers at a hospital complex in Cape Town CBD, keeping posts covered and standards high. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The work is in Cape Town CBD, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

• Post officers when the shift changes over and cover no-shows
• Do surprise night visits to check posts
• Meet the client weekly on security concerns
• Investigate incidents and write reports for the client
• Plan the monthly roster to stay within legal working hours
• Order and issue uniform, radios and torches
• Check that PSIRA registrations of staff on site are current

• Available after hours for emergencies
• Valid Code 8 licence and willing to drive between sites
• At least 3 years in security, including 1 as a supervisor
• Confident writer of incident reports and rosters
• Firm with staff but fair and consistent
• Matric, with a security management course a plus

• Labour relations or basic supervision course
• Handgun competency for armed supervisor posts

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

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