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Security Guard Jobs in Islamabad & Rawalpindi
Security guard and watchman jobs in Islamabad and Rawalpindi cover houses, offices, plazas, farmhouses and factories, usually on 12-hour day or night shifts. Ex-forces and licensed guards are in demand, but unarmed watchman work is open to many. Apply with Hire Staff Islamabad by phone or online; no CV needed.
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Duties on a typical shift
- Controlling the gate and checking who comes in and goes out
- Keeping a visitor register and noting vehicle numbers
- Night rounds of the property and checking locks and lights
- Receiving deliveries and calling the owner before letting anyone in
- Reporting anything unusual straight away
Who needs guards and watchmen
Farmhouse owners
Need live-in watchmen who stay on the property day and night.
Offices and plazas
Hire shift guards for the entrance and the parking area.
Factories and warehouses
Need guards for gates, stock and night security.
Typical security guard salary in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
Typical market range (verify before relying)
- Full-time
- Rs 32,000 to 50,000 (12-hour shift)
- Part-time
- Not common
- Live-in
- Watchman with a room: Rs 30,000 to 45,000
These are typical monthly ranges in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, given as a starting point for a conversation. They are not a quote, a promise or a fixed rate. Pay is agreed between the employer and the worker, and it should never be below the minimum wage notified by the government for your area.
What changes security guards payAreas with security guard jobs near you
- Chak Shahzad, IslamabadFarmhouses along Park Road that need round-the-clock security.
- Bani Gala, IslamabadLarge spread-out plots where watchmen often live on site.
- I-9, IslamabadFactories and warehouses running long days and shifts.
- Blue Area, IslamabadOffice towers and banks along Jinnah Avenue.
- Saddar, RawalpindiShops and offices in Rawalpindi's busiest commercial centre.
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What employers ask for
- Alertness and the confidence to stop and question visitors politely
- Reading and writing enough to keep a visitor register
- For armed posts: a valid weapon licence and training
- A CNIC and, for most jobs, a police character certificate
How to apply in 3 steps
- 1Send your details. Use the online form, or call or WhatsApp us. Choose Security & Watchmen as the role.
- 2Talk to our team. We ask about the security guard work you have done, your area and your free hours.
- 3Meet the employer. When a job fits, we arrange the meeting. You agree the salary, hours and day off before you start.
Get your police character certificate early
Many employers ask for a police character certificate before a guard starts. You can apply for it through the Islamabad or Punjab police service centres; getting it before you apply makes you a stronger candidate.
Security Guard jobs: common questions
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Helpful guides
- How to Hire a Security Guard or WatchmanDecide armed or unarmed, plan shifts properly, check certificates and licences, and write clear gate rules.
- Documents to Collect When Hiring Domestic StaffA printable checklist: CNIC, police certificate, references, next of kin, police registration, licence and a signed agreement.
- Security Guards salary guideTypical pay, and what moves it up or down.