Closing Date: 25 March 2022
Reference Number: PNP220316-5
Job Title: Security Officer
Job Type Classification: Permanent
Location – Town / City, Ottery Hypermarkets, Western Cape
Job Discription
This position exist at our Ottery Hypermarket in Western Cape. The key responsibility of the job is to protect the company’s assets (property,people, equipment, money, etc.) from a variety of hazards (such as waste, damaged property, unsafe worker behavior, criminal activity such as theft, etc.) by enforcing preventative measures. Maintain a high-visibility presence to deter illegal and inappropriate actions. To take action to minimize damage (such as warning and escorting trespassers or transgressors off property), and reporting any incidents to management or emergency services (police or paramedics) The successful candidate must have proven record of working in retail security and must be SIRA registered and have Grade C registration.
Minimum Requirements
Must have a security qualification with a minimum of 2 years Retail Security Industry experience
Must be registered with SIRA/SOB
Must have own reliable transport
Must have grade C registration
Duties & Responsibilities
Interact with customers / employees in a courteous manner while applying security policies and procedures and offering an efficient security service
Must be able to evaluate security systems and procedures and make recommendations for improvement where necessary
Must be able to liaise with senior management as well as outside security organizations and the SAP services
Perform all security duties according to company policies and procedures
Follow correct emergency procedures
Ensure that security procedures are adhered to by employees and customers
Identify possible security risks, take appropriate action and inform relevant people
Safeguard company assets
Be consistently alert / vigilant / aware of what is going on by scanning for areas that need attention and by taking the required corrective action
Handling challenging customers, standing for long hours and routine work
Must be able to assist with alarm call outs if necessary
Competencies
Being assertive in exerting influence confidently, firmly and fairly
Show reliability and commitment to Pick ‘n Pay by following directions, policies and procedures
Even tempered of character, remaining calm and level headed while dealing with difficult / stressful situations
Willing to be flexible and multi-skilled
Must have strong leadership capabilities with the ability to delegate responsibility and do follow – ups on instructions
Able to work flexible hours/shifts, Public Holiday and Sundays to meet operational requirements
Additional Information
Ability to work long flexible hours and to be on call out or stand by whenever required.
The position requires a person who is able to work in a routine.