Alert Engine Parts is searching for a Security Guard to join the team in Goodwood. The purpose of the position is to protect the company’s property, employees and visitors.

Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12
• PSIRA Grade C certificate
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols
• Ability to operate security systems and emergency equipment
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Ability to solve problems as they arise
• Attention to detail
• Ability to react appropriately in stressful situations
• Presentable and disciplined
• Reliable and punctual
• Honest and trustworthy with strong integrity
• Able to complete incident reports and maintain accurate logs
• Clear criminal checks

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Patrolling and monitoring activities on the company’s premises regularly to discourage criminals and ensure the environment is safe and secure
• Evicting trespassers and violators and detaining perpetrators while following legal protocols before relevant authorities arrive to take over
• Controlling the entrance and departure of employees, visitors and vehicles according to protocols
• Monitoring surveillance cameras to watch out for any disruptions or unlawful activities
• Providing detailed reports on daily activities and any incidents that may have occurred to management
• Testing security systems and, if needed, operating X-ray machines and metal detectors
• Using provided communication devices such as two-way radios in a clear and concise manner
• Report safety hazards such as oil spills, damaged equipment or unsafe behavior by staff.
• Enforce company policies and procedures such as smoking policies and PPE requirements
• Conducting personal searches in accordance with company policies and established procedures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date filing systems for immediate accessibility.