Tasks and responsibilities:

Patrolling
property and checking doors, windows and gates for unauthorised entry

Watching
for irregularities such as fire hazards, malfunctions of machines and
equipment, lights left on, leaking water pipes and unlocked security doors

Issuing
security passes to authorised visitors and giving directions

Monitoring
alarms and contacting supervisors, police and fire brigades by radio or phone
if security is breached or fire is detected

Picking
up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash, payrolls and valuables

Operating
coin and currency counting machines, and carrying out cash counting and
packaging functions

Maintaining
order at venues where there are large gatherings of people

Conducting




investigations for clients and preparing evidence for court proceedings

Detecting
and investigating theft and other unlawful acts carried out in retail
establishments

Advising
clients on security requirements and designing security specifications