Security Officers and Guards

What the job involves

• Patrolling property and checking doors, windows and gates for unauthorised entry

• Watching for irregularities such as fire hazards, malfunctions of machines and equipment, lights left on, leaking water pipes and unlocked security doors

• Issuing security passes to authorised visitors and giving directions

• Monitoring alarms and contacting supervisors, police and fire brigades by radio or phone if security is breached or fire is detected

• Picking up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash, payrolls and valuables

• Operating coin and currency counting machines, and carrying out cash counting and packaging functions

• Maintaining order at venues where there are large gatherings of people

• Conducting investigations for clients and preparing evidence for court proceedings

• Detecting and investigating theft and other unlawful acts carried out in retail establishments

• Advising clients on security requirements and designing security specifications