Security Officer – Marrianhill Cemetery

About the role

Icebolethu Group, a funeral assurance group, is hiring a Security Guard for its Marrianhill Cemetery premises. The position is permanent and covers monitoring, safeguarding and surveillance of the premises, protecting staff, visitors, resources and equipment. The guard must detect suspicious behaviour and prevent vandalism, theft and other criminal activity.

Key responsibilities

• Patrol the premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence
• Monitor and authorise the entry of vehicles and people
• Secure all exits, doors and windows after operations end
• Check surveillance cameras periodically for disruptions or unlawful acts
• Investigate people for suspicious activity or possessions
• Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation
• Provide assistance to people in need
• Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before authorities arrive
• Remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area
• Submit daily surveillance reports and reports of important occurrences

Required profile

• Matric
• PSIRA registered
• Firearm competency or licence (handgun or shotgun) is advantageous
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office) is advantageous
• 2 years minimum experience as a security guard or security officer
• Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety
• Physical health and fitness

Required skills

• Report writing skills
• Advanced or defensive driving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with surveillance systems and communication equipment
• First aid / BLS training and self-defence training