KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Control entry and exit of employees, visitors, contractors and vehicles in line with approved procedures.
Verify IDs, visitor authorizations, gate passes, delivery documents and vehicle movement records.
Conduct lawful and respectful searches of persons, bags, vehicles and consignments in line with company policy. Issue and reconcile visitor badges, keys, radios and other controlled security items.
Conduct scheduled and random patrols of the perimeter, production, warehouse, dispatch, offices and vulnerable points.
Monitor CCTV, alarms and other assigned security systems and report irregularities immediately.
Detect and report theft, suspicious activity, tampering,
unsafe acts and food-defence or biosecurity breaches.
Maintain accurate occurrence books, patrol logs, key registers, visitor registers, vehicle registers and incident reports.
Verify inbound and outbound goods, seals, dispatch notes and gate passes, and escalate any discrepancies.
Respond to alarms, fire, medical or security incidents, and support emergency procedures and evacuations.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

KEY COMPETENCIES

Strong knowledge of access control, patrols, CCTV, incident reporting and emergency procedures.
Basic computer literacy and ability to prepare clear written reports.
Integrity and trustworthiness.
Vigilance and strong attention to detail.
Sound judgment and timely escalation.
Good communication, customer orientation and confidentiality.
Teamwork, reliability and ability to work shifts.
Certificate in security management, criminology, investigations, fire safety or first aid is an added advantage.
Valid registration, training and compliance required under applicable private-security law and regulation.
At least 2 years' relevant security experience, preferably in FMCG, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, agriculture or a high-volume distribution environment.
Valid driving licence is an added advantage.

Security Officer

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