Security Officer: Two-year fixed Term Contract (Durban)

Security Officer: Two-year fixed Term Contract (Durban)


Company
SA: Central Energy Fund
Location
Durban
Posted
22 days ago
Via
Jooble
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Job Description
JOB PURPOSE:
• The Security Officer is responsible for preventing unauthorized access, ensuring operational safety, and responding to security threats to maintain a secure and controlled environment within the CEF strategic installation classified as National Key Point.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Security environment of with 2 years must have been a Security Guard in a NKP industry.
• PSIRA (grade A or B) certificate
• National Key Point (NKP) Certificate and Level 1 valid First Aid Certificate will serve as an added advantage
• Computer Literacy skills required
• Valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.
• Clean Criminal record

DESIRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES:
• Knowledge in various security, legal, and operational aspects and legal aspects of security in the energy sector
• Surveillance skills and access technology systems
• Risk assessment and Communication skills
• Ability to work long hours and shifts, night shift and stand for extended periods
• Physically fit, attention to detail and crisis management skills
• Discreet, Observant and perceptive
• Suspicious, well detail orientated and composed
• Professionalism, adaptability and decisive

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Surveillance and Security Monitoring
• Monitor CCTV cameras, alarms, and security systems to detect and respond to any suspicious activity.
• Conduct routine patrols to ensure all security protocols are followed.
• Report security breaches, unusual activities, or safety hazards to the relevant authorities.
• Ensure compliance with company security policies and government regulations.

VIP and Visitor Management
• Provide a professional and courteous presence at entry points, ensuring visitors are appropriately screened and directed.

Access Control & Entry Management
• Enforce access control policies by checking identification and issuing visitor passes.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs and records.
• Ensure restricted areas are only accessed by authorized personnel.

Emergency Preparedness & Response
• Assist in emergency evacuations, drills, and incident response.
• Maintain familiarity with emergency procedures, including fire safety protocols and medical response.
• Apply minimum force principles when handling threats.
• Use non-lethal weapons (batons, pepper spray, handcuffs) if required.
• Respond effectively to riot control and civil unrest situations.

General Security Support
• Assist employees with security concerns, such as lost badges or suspicious packages.

Protection of critical infrastructure and assets
• Safeguard refinery pipelines, storage tanks, control rooms, and hazardous areas.
• Prevent sabotage, vandalism, and unauthorized interference with operations.
• Ensure compliance with National Key Point security measures.

Closing Date: 13 February 2026

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