Security guards patrol or monitor premises to guard property against theft and vandalism. They control access to establishments and maintain order and enforce regulations at public events and within establishments.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Security guards - from LKR19,184 to LKR94,521 per month - 2025.
- A Security guards typically earns between LKR19,184 and LKR44,760 net per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between LKR28,898 and LKR73,077 per month for a working week of 45 hours.
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Job Definition
- Patrolling premises and checking doors, windows and gates to prevent and detect signs of unauthorised entry
- Controlling access to establishments, monitoring and authorizing the entrance or departure of employees and visitors, checking identification and issuing security passes
- Circulating among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order, protect property from theft or vandalism and enforce the regulations of the establishment
- Responding to alarms, investigating disturbances and contacting superiors, police or fire-fighters as appropriate
- Performing security checks of passengers and luggage at airports
- Picking up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash and valuables to banks, automated teller machines and retail establishments
