Professional knowledge and skills in security services
Security Guards must always apply knowledge and skills in security services to solve issues and problems at work.
Security Guards
Descriptions & Duties
- Security Guards carry out duties relating to security guarding of commercial or residential premises and property management related functions.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Trade Specific Competencies
Patrolling and observation skills
Security Guards must be alert and aware of their surroundings, and be able to quickly recognize anything out of the ordinary.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- Completion of lower-secondary school education, preferably with upper-secondary school education.
Professional qualification
- Holder of a valid Security Personnel Permit
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $15,000-$30,000
Work Environment
- Security guards spend considerable time on patrolling buildings. Some guards may sit in a guardhouse at the entrance of a building. They usually work in shifts and wear uniform.
Tools
- Walki Talki
- CCTV monitoring systems
