TRAFFIC
North West
Security Guards & Officers - Bidvest Careers in North West Province
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Job Description
Job Overview 
Bidvest Security is recruiting security guards and officers across North West Province, including Rustenburg, Mahikeng, Klerksdorp, Potchefstroom and surrounding areas. The positions cover commercial districts, business and residential sites, and mining operations, offering manned guarding, armed patrols and rapid response services.
Roles and Responsibilities- Security Guard
- Monitor premises, patrol areas, control access points and enforce safety protocols.
- Vigilant attention to detail and following instructions.
- Required skills: vigilance, attention to detail, obedience.
- Armed Response Officer
- Respond to incidents, provide armed protection and handle emergencies.
- Required skills: firearms proficiency, physical fitness, rapid decision making.
- Control Room Operator
- Monitor CCTV, respond to alarms, coordinate with field teams.
- Skills: attention to detail, multitasking, familiarity with surveillance systems.
- Patrol Officer
- Conduct patrols, inspect facilities, report suspicious activity.
- Skills: physical fitness, vigilance, communication.
- Gatehouse Officer
- Manage access control, verify IDs, maintain visitor logs.
- Skills: customer service, attention to detail, work under pressure.
- Security Guard (Grade C/E) - Annual: ZAR 84,000-144,000; Monthly: ZAR 7,000-12,000. Allowances: Overtime, night shift.
- Armed Response Officer - Annual: ZAR 120,000-200,000; Monthly: ZAR 10,000-16,667. Allowances: Overtime, hazard pay, bonuses.
- Site Security Officer - Annual: ZAR 96,000-168,000; Monthly: ZAR 8,000-14,000. Allowances: Overtime, allowances.
- Patrol Officer - Annual: ZAR 90,000-156,000; Monthly: ZAR 7,500-13,000. Allowances: Overtime, vehicle allowances.
- Security Supervisor (Entry) - Annual: ZAR 108,000-180,000; Monthly: ZAR 9,000-15,000. Allowances: Overtime, performance bonuses.
- Minimum Grade10/12 (Matric) where applicable.
- Valid PSIRA registration (GradeC-A for most positions).
- Firearms competency certificate (for armed roles).
- Valid driver's licence (for patrol and armed roles).
- Valid South African ID.
- Proof of address (utility bill or bank statement).
- Clear criminal record: background checks mandatory.
- Updated CV/resume.
- Certified copies of ID, Grade10/12, PSIRA registration, firearms certificate (if applicable).
- Valid driver's licence (if applicable).
- Proof of address (if required).
Apply through the Bidvest career portal at or via approved recruitment agencies.
About This Role
Career insights for Security Guards positions
Salary Benchmark
R14,625/month
R8,361 to
R20,389/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening
Monitoring
Speaking
Coordination
Critical Thinking
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Security Guards Insights
Median Salary (ZAR)
R14,625/month
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
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