The latest Psira salary data (January 2019) shows that security guards, on average, earn substantially less than police officers. The current minimum wage ranges from R4,160 – R5,558 a month depending on their role and the geographical area they work in. This works out to an annual salary of between R50,000 – R66,700.
Similarly, it is asked, what's the highest paying security job?
- Basic Security Officers.
- Bodyguards or Personal Protection Specialists.
- Bounty Hunter.
- Private Detectives and Investigators.
- Private Police.
- Security Screeners.
- Security Specialists.
- Surveillance Officers. Surveillance officers have some of the highest paying armed security jobs.
Furthermore, how much does a security officer get paid?
A Security Guard can earn a salary of between 16000 to 24000 depending on education and experience. Security Guards can expect an average compensation of Twenty Six Thousand Four Hundred dollars every year.
Is security guard a good career?
Generally speaking, working as a security guard is a great job for a young person who is going to school or preparing for a career. It is also a great job for retirees trying to either supplement income, or just looking for a way out of the house. However, it is not the best way to make a good living.
How many hours can a security guard work in a month in South Africa?
52 weeks in a year x 48 hours / 12 months = 208 hours per month. Over every 4 months the average normal working hours must be 208 hours per month. The same calculation can be used for overtime at 10 hours per week. By agreement this can be extended to 12 hours.