Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Security Guards – KZN DC

New Germany, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
Closing Date 01 June 2024

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Job Details

Division
CB Division
Minimum experience
Entry Level
Company primary industry
FMCG
Job functional area
Other

Description of the Job

The Dis-Chem Pharmacies Warehouse in Durban provides an opportunity for security guards to provide a security service in accordance with the Private Security Industry Regulations Act 56 of 2001 as amended for the Dis-Chem Group.
This service is designed to meet the security requirements of Dis-Chem, which include the protection of assets, property, and staff by establishing a safe and secure environment, recognizing signs of criminal activities or disorder, and conducting investigations of disturbances, all while adhering to legislation that is pertinent to the industry and best practices.

Minimum Prerequisites:

Matriculation or a Senior Certificate.
Accreditation from the PSIRA,Grade C.
A general minimum of three years of experience working in the retail industry, including a minimum of three years in warehouses and shopping malls

Favorable in that:

A minimum of one year of specific prior experience working in a role that is comparable

Description of the Job:

Maintain vigilance and awareness of your surroundings in order to recognize activities that appear to be suspicious, apprehend criminals, or remove violators in accordance with the legal authority invested in the industry and the standard operating procedures established by Dis-Chem for the particular post through.
The premises are subjected to random patrols on a regular basis in order to guarantee maximum visibility and minimize potential dangers.

The monitoring and control of access to the premises involves the documentation and regulation of entry into the site by vehicles or pedestrians’ access points.
This ensures that only individuals who have the appropriate authorization are permitted to enter the premises.
The best way to ensure that Dis-Chem’s assets are protected is to conduct an investigation, report any signs of damage or unlawful entry as soon as they appear to management, and promptly take appropriate action.

In order to discourage criminal activities, prevent theft, damage, personal injury, and other dishonorable acts, it is important to be clearly visible as much as possible.
This serves as a deterrent.
When you are receiving guests, customers, or employees, you should always be professional, courteous, and friendly.
You should also be approachable and willing to assist others.
Searching of employees, vendors, and merchandisers for the company is part of the access control process.

Ensure that all registers and occurrence books are kept up to date and complete.
Delete the staff purchasers and the goods that were declared.
The removal of waste should be supervised and checked in accordance with Dis-Chem standards.
Protect the company’s property and assets from any dishonest individuals, actions, or any malicious behavior that could result in the company suffering a loss.
This includes any and all actions that could be considered malicious.
When you are on duty, you must remain present at your post at all times.
It is important to maintain positive customer service relations with all of Dis-Chem’s customers, both internal and external.

Any behavior that is unusual or suspicious on the part of staff, customers, or suppliers should be reported.
The procedures for opening and closing the site require that you be present, observant, and vigilant during the opening and closing of the site.
At the end of each day, check to see that all of the doors and windows have been locked.
Ensure that all water faucets are turned off when it is appropriate to do so.
On a daily basis, conduct searches and frisking of personnel through continuous procedures.
In the course of the day, conduct vehicle searches that are exhaustive and accurate.

Any suspicious incidents should be reported verbally to management in detail, and a written detailed report should be submitted as soon as it is convenient (preferably within the next few minutes).
It is necessary to make written or verbal reports to law enforcement officers whenever it is necessary, as required by the law and in accordance with the procedures of Dis-Chem. Contact the authorities in charge of policing and emergency situations.
In the event that a crisis or problem situation occurs or has been resolved, it is necessary to continue monitoring the surrounding environment and report to management any findings or changes that have been identified that heighten the severity of the situation.
After an emergency situation has occurred, you should report the incident to management, the police, or the appropriate authorities (for example, the fire services in the event of a fire outbreak) along with a detailed written report that includes information about the incident and your activities surrounding the incident.

When it is necessary, you should operate the detecting and emergency equipment, as well as monitor the alarm systems and/or video cameras.
When working alone or during the night, for example after hours, it is necessary to maintain continuous surveillance of the premises.
This can be accomplished by patrolling the grounds and utilizing closed-circuit camera monitoring or alarm systems to identify and investigate any suspicious activities.

This makes it possible to guarantee that only authorized individuals are allowed to enter the premises.
Provide assistance and the emergency teams in the event of an emergency situation, such as by alerting first responders, clinic sisters, managers, and other individuals.
Maintain order during evacuation procedures and at assembly points by providing precise directions or taking decisive actions to ensure the safety of lives and property.
This can be accomplished by preventing stampedes, a breakdown in law and order, or illegal entry into the premises.

In order to guarantee that all safety and security precautions are followed, it is important to provide ongoing security advice, as well as safety warnings and information.
Maintain vigilance and keep an eye out for any activities that appear to be suspicious, as this could indicate a breach in the security measures that have been implemented on the website.
Quickly interpret whatever is observed, and then act in accordance with you.
In times of crisis, it is important to respond promptly and accurately; remain vigilant to avoid being caught off guard.

Know how to respond most effectively to a variety of potentially hazardous situations in accordance with the standard operating procedures of the industry and Dis-Chem.
It is imperative that you do not waste any time in contacting the authorities in the event of a potentially life-threatening situation, such as an assault with a deadly weapon or an armed robbery. This will help to prevent the loss of lives or property.
It is important to take detailed notes of both everyday activities and unusual occurrences.
Ensure that rules and regulations are followed in order to forestall criminal activity before it occurs.
In accordance with Dis-Chem and the standard operating procedures of the industry, you will be responsible for performing special duties such as receiving phone calls, responding to text and email messages, and running essential errands for the department.

Competencies and Abilities

PSIRA expertise in fire emergencies and other pertinent health and safety situations Instruction as well as experience
Because English is the organization’s official language, they should be able to read, write, and speak it fluently.
A third language

Provisions of employment that are not standard:

Grade C Registration with the PSIRA
South African Citizen with a valid MIE, a clean criminal record, and a credit report PSIRA accreditation
When working as a driver, you are required to have a driver’s license, as well as a personal vehicle and a personal driver’s permit.