Jobs: Security Officers X 15 at Wits University

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Location: Wits University, Braamfontein

Closing Date: 28 May 2021

Purpose

The incumbent is responsible to his/her supervisor for the day to day safety of staff, students and visitors; as well as the security of University facilities and safekeeping and protection of University property.

Key responsibilities include the following:

Conducting foot and vehicle patrol.
Inspection of buildings (i.e. for signs of fire/crime/lighting malfunctioning and dangers of any sort
Locking/unlocking buildings and offices
Checking whether security alarms are functioning (i.e. activated and de-activated)
Responding to alarms and emergencies according to the prescribed procedure
Reporting regularly to supervisor and counterparts
Escorting staff/students around and between campuses
Manning static posts (libraries/residence/exit points)
Performing access control duties as instructed
Perform access control functions as per prescribed procedure
Perform any one (or more if necessary) of the ‘specialist’ functions required (e.g. manning the central office or driving)
Assist visitors by directing them to the correct locations
Participate in training sessions including parade and other activities
Perform any other tasks/activities which fall within the general function of the department as determined by the supervisor
Perform shift work as detailed by the superiors