Security Guards (3 Posts) | Dis-Chem Pharmacies – Apply by 31 January 2026


Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Gauteng (Johannesburg & Pretoria) | Western Cape (Cape Town)
Permanent | Talent Pool
Closing Date: 31 January 2026


Job Overview

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is building a Security Guard Talent Pool across Gauteng and the Western Cape. The successful candidates will be responsible for providing professional security services in line with the Private Security Industry Regulation Act (PSIRA), ensuring the safety of staff, customers, assets, and property while maintaining a secure retail environment.


Minimum Requirements

Essential

  • Grade 12 / Matric or Senior Certificate
  • Grade C PSIRA accreditation
  • PSIRA registration (valid)
  • Minimum 3 yearsโ€™ exposure in the retail security environment (shopping malls, warehouses, or similar)

Advantageous

  • 1 year or more experience in a similar security role
  • Additional language proficiency

Key Responsibilities

– Conduct regular patrols of store premises to deter criminal activity

– Monitor and control access points for staff, customers, suppliers, and vehicles

– Identify, investigate, and report suspicious behaviour or incidents

– Perform staff, supplier, and vehicle searches in line with SOPs

– Maintain accurate occurrence books, registers, and incident reports

– Enforce Dis-Chem security rules and procedures

– Ensure opening and closing procedures are followed correctly

– Monitor alarm systems, CCTV, and emergency equipment

– Respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies, disturbances, or threats

– Liaise with law enforcement and emergency services when required

– Assist with evacuations and crowd control during emergencies

– Provide professional, courteous service to customers and staff

– Protect company assets against theft, damage, or unlawful activity


Competencies & Skills

Essential

  • Strong knowledge of PSIRA regulations
  • Fire emergency and basic Health & Safety awareness
  • Good English communication skills (read, write, speak)
  • High level of alertness, discipline, and integrity

Advantageous

  • Third language
  • Retail security systems experience

Special Conditions of Employment

  • Valid PSIRA registration (Grade C minimum)
  • South African citizen
  • Clear criminal and credit record (MIE)
  • Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
  • Driverโ€™s licence, own reliable transport, and PDP (if deployed as a driver)

Remuneration & Benefits

  • Market-related salary
  • Kaelo Health Benefit
  • Provident Fund (PSSPF)

APPLICATION PROCESS

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