Security Officer at NatCarbon Africa

Location: Ikwezi Local Municipality, Eastern Cape
Type: Contract
Posted: Dec 8, 2025

Description

NatCarbon Africa is seeking a proactive and vigilant Security Officer for its Spekboom Restoration Project in the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces of South Africa. The role involves providing comprehensive security services at rural farm sites, safeguarding personnel, equipment, and project areas during high-activity periods with up to 1,000 workers, as well as during off-hours, weekends, and holidays. The Security Officer will be responsible for site security, risk mitigation, incident response, and community engagement, working under the Security Manager to ensure a safe and secure environment while supporting the project’s operational continuity.

Required Skills

Observational skills
Situational awareness
Communication
Interpersonal skills
De-escalation
Conflict resolution
Physical fitness
Stamina
Report writing
Record keeping
Cultural sensitivity
Teamwork
Reliability
Integrity
Driver's License
Stock theft prevention
Community liaison
Multi-site operations
Data analysis
Performance metrics

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Security Management, Criminology, Risk Management, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as PSIRA (Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority) registration at Grade C or higher are advantageous.
Required Previous Experiences: 5 years of experience as a security officer, preferably in rural or agricultural settings, with exposure to large-scale operations or community-based projects.
Experience in crowd control or managing security for large groups (e.g., 1,000 workers) is highly desirable.
Familiarity with rural Eastern Cape environments, including knowledge of local security challenges such as livestock theft or land disputes, is an advantage.
Preferred Qualifications: Valid driver’s license and ability to operate in remote areas with limited infrastructure.
Proven track record in handling stock theft prevention, community liaison, and multi-site operations.
Understanding and ability to navigate local regulatory issues in the regions in which the company operates.
Understanding and ability to utilize data analysis and performance metrics associated technology.
Proficiency in isiXhosa or Afrikaans is preferred for effective community engagement.

About NatCarbon Africa

NatCarbon Africa

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NatCarbon Africa is a specialised carbon project execution organisation focused on implementing nature-based carbon projects across Africa. It identifies and structures large-scale projects, then provides technical, strategic, and on-the-ground execution, including carbon assessments, GIS, remote sensing, carbon accounting, and co-benefit analysis. NatCarbon was established by people with prior experience at global carbon project developers, African conservation agencies, and global NGOs.