Are you a qualified security professional looking to work in the retail industry? Dis-Chem Pharmacies is looking for dedicated and vigilant Security Guards to join their team and help create a safe and secure shopping environment across their operations.
This is your opportunity to build a stable career with one of South Africa’s leading pharmacy chains.
🛡️ Position: Security Guard
- Closing Date: 07 August 2025
- Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies
- Job Type: Permanent
- Location: Various Dis-Chem sites (to be specified)
- Salary: Market-related + benefits
- Benefits Include:
- Provident Fund (PSSPF)
- Kaelo healthcare support
- Employee wellness and growth initiatives
✅ Minimum Requirements
Essential:
- Grade 12 / Senior Certificate (Matric)
- Grade C PSIRA Accreditation
- Minimum of 3 years’ general experience in the retail sector (e.g. shopping malls, warehouses)
- Must be a South African citizen
- No criminal record (MIE, credit, and background checks will apply)
Advantageous:
- At least 1 year of direct experience in a similar security role
- Driver’s License and PDP (if applicable for driver security roles)
- Ability to speak a third language (beneficial but not mandatory)
📝 Job Responsibilities
As a Dis-Chem Security Guard, you’ll be expected to:
- Provide on-site security services in line with PSIRA regulations and company policies
- Patrol premises regularly, monitor surveillance systems, and prevent unauthorized access
- Control access for visitors, staff, and vehicles – including searching when necessary
- Monitor for and report suspicious activity, theft, or disorderly conduct
- Respond to emergencies, including fire, theft, or safety violations
- Assist in opening and closing procedures
- Complete occurrence books and reports
- Ensure all assets, staff, and customers are safe and secure
- Follow standard operating procedures during crises (armed robbery, fire, evacuation, etc.)
- Act professionally and courteously at all times when dealing with customers and staff
💡 Why Work for Dis-Chem?
Dis-Chem is a trusted and growing national brand known for providing competitive salaries, benefits, and a strong focus on employee safety, wellness, and inclusion.
Working here means joining a team that values professionalism, vigilance, and integrity — all while helping protect customers and assets in a fast-paced retail setting.
Dis-Chem supports Employment Equity and actively encourages People with Disabilities to apply.
📨 How to Apply
📧 Applications must be submitted through the Dis-Chem Careers Portal or directly to the relevant recruitment contact (usually available on their careers page).
Make sure to include:
- Your updated CV
- Certified copies of your:
- ID
- PSIRA Certificate (Grade C minimum)
- Matric Certificate
- Any additional security qualifications or reference letters
🛑 Note: Only successful candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within 2 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.