Location: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Reference Number: 80792003013
Salary: Market-related (approximately R6,000–R8,000 per month)
Join BUCO in Port Elizabeth Walker Drive as a Security Checker. Ensure the safety of goods and uphold store standards in a permanent role. Apply by May 2, 2025, to grow your career in hardware retail!
About BUCO
BUCO, a division of The Building Company within the Pepkor Group, is a leading South African retailer of hardware, building materials, and timber products. Located at Walker Drive, Glenroy Park, Port Elizabeth, the BUCO store serves contractors, builders, and DIY enthusiasts, fostering a customer-focused and values-driven work environment committed to quality and community support.
Job Purpose
As a Security Checker at BUCO Port Elizabeth Walker Drive, you will play a critical role in safeguarding store assets by monitoring goods, verifying transactions, and maintaining security protocols. This permanent role, with a market-related salary of approximately R6,000–R8,000 per month, involves checking deliveries, managing documentation, and reporting suspicious behavior to ensure a secure and efficient retail environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect all goods leaving the shop or yard to prevent unauthorized removals.
- Verify sales and returns against supporting documentation for accuracy.
- Ensure credit customers sign proof of delivery notes (PODs).
- Confirm cash customers have paid for goods before departure.
- Report any suspicious behavior to management immediately.
- Arrive punctually at your post and adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Conduct vehicle checks before entry to document contents.
- Manage boom gate movements to control access.
- Maintain an accurate and daily updated visitors book.
- Uphold and promote BUCO’s values and culture of integrity and teamwork.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12/Matric certificate.
- 1 year of relevant experience in a hardware retail or similar environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English (Afrikaans is an advantage).
Skills and Attributes
- Strong attention to detail in verifying documentation and goods.
- Ability to work diligently in a fast-paced retail setting.
- Professional and polite demeanor when interacting with customers and staff.
- Knowledge of basic security practices and procedures.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized store environment.
- Teamwork and collaboration skills to support store operations.
Why Join BUCO?
BUCO offers a stable career in South Africa’s hardware retail sector, with opportunities for skill development and growth within the Pepkor Group. As a Security Checker at the Port Elizabeth Walker Drive store, you’ll contribute to a trusted brand serving local communities, working in a supportive team dedicated to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Application Process
Submit your application by May 20, 2025, quoting reference number 80792003013. Include your CV, certified copies of your Grade 12 certificate, and South African ID. If you do not hear back within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful. Ensure all details are accurate, as false information may lead to disqualification.
