Site Security Officer (Construction Yard)

How2Apply Talent Network
Alberton, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Security PSIRA Grade C
R7 000 – R8 500/month
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Job Description

The gate at an office tower in Alberton 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.

You'll report in Alberton. Relocation is not covered for this one. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

What your day looks like

  • 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
  • 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
  • Direct traffic and parking during school drop-off or big events

You'll need

  • Grade 10 minimum; matric preferred
  • Clear, neat handwriting for the OB and registers
  • Alert, polite and firm with the public
  • Clean criminal record
  • PSIRA registration at Grade C or higher, paid up to date
  • Speaks and writes basic English

Extra points for

  • Firefighting or evacuation training
  • Previous experience at a similar site type
  • First-aid Level 1 certificate

On offer

  • Chance to be upgraded to Grade B with training
  • Provident fund contributions
  • Stable long-term site contracts
  • Paid night-shift allowance under the security sector rules

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: certified copy of your ID plus previous security employers' contact details.
  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 7 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Alberton.

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

Before you hit apply

  • Put your PSIRA number and grade right under your name. Recruiters check it on the PSIRA system before they even phone you.
  • List the types of sites you have guarded, like estate, mall or factory. Security companies place officers by site experience.

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Job details
SalaryR7 000 – R8 500/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationAlberton, Gauteng
CategorySecurity
Experience3+ years
LicensePSIRA Grade C
Posted29 October 2026
Closing Date29 November 2026
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