🚨 SECURITY GUARD – DIS-CHEM PHARMACIES
Job Title: Security Guard – Durban Security Stores
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Employment Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Entry Level
Industry: FMCG / Retail
Posted: 27 August 2026
Closing Date: 10 September 2026
📌 JOB OVERVIEW
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for a reliable, vigilant and responsible Security Guard to join its Security Stores team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing professional security services in accordance with the Private Security Industry Regulations Act 56 of 2001, Dis-Chem policies and relevant industry standards.
The main purpose of the position is to protect Dis-Chem’s employees, customers, property and assets by maintaining a safe and secure environment, identifying potential criminal activities and responding appropriately to security incidents.
🛡️ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Maintaining constant awareness of the surroundings and identifying suspicious behaviour.
- Conducting regular patrols of the premises to maintain visibility and reduce security risks.
- Monitoring and controlling access to the premises.
- Checking and regulating the entry of employees, suppliers, customers and vehicles.
- Conducting staff, supplier and merchandiser searches where required.
- Performing thorough vehicle searches throughout the day.
- Protecting company property, employees, customers and assets from theft, damage and unlawful activities.
- Investigating signs of damage, unlawful entry or suspicious activities and reporting them to management.
- Maintaining and completing security registers and occurrence books accurately.
- Supervising refuse removal in accordance with Dis-Chem standards.
- Monitoring alarm systems and CCTV cameras where applicable.
- Ensuring that doors and windows are properly secured during closing procedures.
- Reporting unusual or suspicious behaviour immediately.
- Contacting police, emergency services or other relevant authorities when required.
- Providing assistance during emergencies and evacuation procedures.
- Maintaining order at assembly points during emergencies.
- Preparing detailed written reports following incidents or security-related events.
- Providing security and safety advice to employees and other relevant persons.
- Remaining vigilant and responding quickly and appropriately to dangerous or emergency situations.
- Enforcing site rules and regulations to prevent criminal activity.
- Performing additional security-related duties according to company procedures.
🎓 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
- Grade 12 / Matric or Senior Certificate.
- Grade C accreditation with PSIRA.
- At least 3 years’ general exposure in the retail industry, such as shopping malls or warehouses.
Advantageous:
- At least 1 year of previous experience in a similar security role.
- Knowledge of security procedures and industry practices.
- A third language.
🧠 COMPETENCIES
Applicants should have:
- Knowledge of PSIRA requirements.
- Fire emergency and relevant Health & Safety training/exposure.
- Good English reading, writing and speaking skills.
- Strong observation and alertness.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to respond quickly during emergencies.
- Professional customer service skills.
- Ability to work responsibly and maintain confidentiality.
📋 SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Applicants must:
- Be PSIRA registered.
- Hold Grade C PSIRA accreditation.
- Be a South African citizen.
- Successfully undergo MIE screening, including criminal and credit checks.
- Have a driver’s licence and own reliable transport where applicable.
- Have a PDP when deployed as a driver.
💰 SALARY & BENEFITS
- Market-related salary
- Kaelo
- Provident Fund (PSSPF)
📅 APPLICATION DETAILS
Position: Security Guard – Durban Security Stores
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Employment Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 10 September 2026
Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer and supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
📢 If you meet the requirements, apply before 10 September 2026 and share this opportunity with someone looking for a security job in Durban!