Security Guards

Security Guards

Pretoria, South Africa

Company
Fidelity Services Group
Location
Pretoria
Via
Trabajo.org
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Job Description
**Qualifications, experience and other competencies required**:

- Minimum Grade 10
- Grade C accredited and registered
- Minimum of 2 years in the security industry
- No criminal record
- Willing to undergo criminal checks regularly
Must be physically fit
- Must reside in the area the position has been advertised
• *Key areas of responsibility will include**:

- Report writing
- Safeguarding
- Patrolling
- Entrance and exit control
- Completing relevant registers
- Standard duties as per training
• *Core Competencies**:

- Good communication skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to follow instructions accurately
• *_
• *_Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports the global fair practice and business ethics on the continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate._
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in South Africa

Q What is the minimum monthly salary for Grade E security guards in South Africa in 2026?
The National Bargaining Council for the Private Security Sector sets the minimum wage at R7,125 per month for Grade E security officers working a 45-hour week, effective 1 April 2026. This is higher than the national minimum wage of R31.26 per hour. Overtime is compensated at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours.
Q What work visa do foreigners need for security guard jobs in South Africa?
Foreign nationals require a General Work Visa (previously known as Critical Skills or General visa) sponsored by a PSIRA-licensed employer, valid for 5 years maximum. Application fee is R1,520, and processing takes 8-10 weeks at a VFS centre. A job offer and SAQA-accredited qualifications evaluation are mandatory.
Q What are the eligibility requirements for entry-level security guard jobs with no experience?
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have no criminal record, and pass the PSIRA Grade E competency exam after basic training. No prior experience or matric certificate is required for Grade E. South African ID or permanent residency is needed for registration.
Q What documents are required to apply for a security guard job and PSIRA registration?
Submit certified ID copy, two ID-sized photos, proof of residential address not older than 3 months, and SAPS police clearance. PSIRA application form and fee of R320 apply, with processing in 4 weeks. Employers require these plus a medical fitness certificate.
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