Contract Manager

Elchemie; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent security services company in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee security operations for a key client in the automation and manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of contract management experience in the security industry, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to compliance and service excellence. This full-time role offers a competitive compensation package and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive package including provident fund

Career growth into Area Manager opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 - 5 years' experience in Security contract management.
• Strong knowledge of South African labour law, PSiRA regulations, and OHS legislation.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee full security contract performance.
• Act as primary liaison with the client for performance reviews.
• Lead and manage security teams ensuring operational excellence.

Skills

Client management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Grade A PSiRA certification

Job description

Contract Manager – SecurityLocation : Midrand (Gauteng)Industry : Security Services | Experience : 2 - 5 years (Contract Management in Security essential)Type : Full-time | Environment : High-performance, client-focused, service-drivenAbout the RoleWe're looking for an experienced Contract Manager to join our client's Security team, managing a key client in the automation and manufacturing sector.

If you have proven experience in contract management within the security industry, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are passionate about compliance and service excellence, this role is for you.You'll oversee full contract performance, lead security operations on site, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with all PSiRA, labour, and health & safety requirements.Make an impact where leadership meets service.

Grow your career with opportunities to progress into an Area Manager role.What You'll Be DoingManage and oversee full security contract performance.Act as primary liaison with the client; conduct regular performance and SLA review meetings.Lead and manage security teams, ensuring discipline and operational excellence.Monitor and manage profitability, budgets, wage costs, and asset registers.Ensure PSiRA, OHS, and health & safety compliance, including incident reporting.Conduct staff performance reviews, manage rosters, leave, and absenteeism.Resolve client issues quickly and implement service improvements.Support business growth through client retention and upselling opportunities.What You'll NeedGrade 12 / Matric (essential).

Grade A PSiRA certification (non-negotiable).

Minimum 2 - 5 years' proven experience in Security contract management.Strong client management, leadership, and people skills.Knowledge of South African labour law, PSiRA regulations, and OHS legislation.Valid driver's license and own vehicle (essential).

Clear criminal record.Proactive, organized, and solutions-driven mindset.What's In It for YouCompetitive package : R

• CTC (inclusive of provident fund).

Permanent position with career growth into Area Manager opportunities.Exposure to a leading client in the automation and manufacturing sector.Join a respected security provider with a reputation for service excellence.

A Few Things to KnowThis is a fast-paced, client-facing role requiring professionalism and strong leadership.You'll be responsible for managing teams, compliance, and daily operations.Reports directly to the Operations Manager.Ready to Apply?

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