Security Officers (SO)

Security Officers (SO)

Woodlands, Singapore

Company
Danmax Security Management Agency
Location
Singapore
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Career Progression

We are committed to developing our people. We emphasize on professional development so that our people can grow with us.

At Danmax, we ensure maximum career growth for our officers. Security Officers who perform well are selected for higher training such as supervisory courses and elective modules.

Security Officers who have worked with Danmax Security for more than 2 years will be recommended for senior positions, such as Senior Security Officers or Security Supervisors. Security Officers who have performed their duties well for at least six months will be recommended for salary adjustment or advancement. Security Officers who have 2 years of working experience will be recommended for the Senior Security Officer position. Senior Security Officers who have 3 years of working experience, and have managed security sites and demonstrated supervisory skills in people management, will be recommended for the Security Supervisor position.

Security Officers (SO)

Responsibilities:
• General screening of people, staff, vehicles, and properties.
• Guarding and patrolling properties
• Access and egress control
• Basic incident reporting

Requirements:
• PGPS & OBSE – Guard and Patrol (Provide Guard and Patrol Services and Operate Basic Security Equipment)
• HSIS – Incident Response (Handle Security Incidents and Services)
• RTT – Threat Observation (Recognise Terrorist Threats)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in Singapore

Q What is the minimum monthly salary for entry-level security guards in Singapore in 2026?
Under the Progressive Wage Model for the security services sector, entry-level security guards with lower qualifications must earn at least S$3,000 per month as of 1 January 2026. This applies to full-time workers and excludes overtime pay, which is calculated at 1.5 times the hourly rate based on 44 hours per week. Higher qualifications or experience increase the salary to S$3,300 or more.
Q What work permit do foreigners need to work as security guards in Singapore in 2026?
Foreigners require a Work Permit (WP) issued by MOM for low-skilled security guard roles, with a minimum qualifying salary of S$3,000 per month under the sector's Progressive Wage Model as of 2026. Employers must apply via the WP Online system, and workers from approved source countries like Malaysia, China, or India are eligible, subject to a S$500 monthly levy. S Pass is possible for mid-skilled guards earning at least S$3,150.
Q What are the eligibility criteria to become a security guard in Singapore?
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, Singapore Citizens/PRs or valid work pass holders, with no pending criminal charges or history of specific offences like violence or drug abuse. They need to pass the WSQ Certificate in Security Systems Framework (Basic) course costing around S$240 and be medically fit. Literacy in English is required for guards without higher qualifications.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a security guard job and license in Singapore?
Submit NRIC/passport, recent photo, WSQ Security certificate, medical report from registered doctor, and employment history for the Security Officer Licence application via the PLRD Online Portal, with a S$120 fee valid for 2 years as of 2026. For jobs, provide resume, licence number, and bank details for payroll. Employers verify via MOM's myMOM Portal.
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