Manager : Campus Protection Services (CPS)

University of Cape Town; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African university is seeking a Manager for Campus Protection Services. The role involves providing strategic and operational leadership in campus security, requiring at least 8 years of management experience in a large security environment. Candidates must possess a PSIRA Grade A registration and an NQF7 qualification in Security or Risk Management. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with proficiency in key security technologies.

Qualifications

• Driver’s License is required.
• PSIRA Grade A registration is mandatory.
• At least 8 years of management experience in security operations.
• Experience in higher education security is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Campus Protection Services.
• Formulate and evaluate safety and security plans.
• Develop policies and procedures for security operations.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (intermediate level)

Business Report Writing

Solid understanding of budgeting

Integrating safety and security policies with business operations

Building and managing emergency response teams

Conducting risk audits and assessments

Threat and risk detection skills

Excellent communication skills

Outstanding organizational skills

Strong analytical skills

Education

NQF7 equivalent qualification in Security / Risk Management or Policing

NQF8 equivalent qualification (advantageous)

Tools

CCTV

Alarms

Access control systems

Job description

Job title

Manager : Campus Protection Services (CPS)

Job Location

Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline

January 16, 2026

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PURPOSE

To provide strategic and operational leadership to the Campus Protection Services.

Minimum qualifications

• Driver’s License
• PSIRA Grade A
• NQF7 equivalent qualification in Security / Risk Management or Policing.
• NQF8 equivalent would be advantageous.

Minimum experience

(type and years)

• At least 8 years’ management experience in a large, unionized security operations management environment.
• Senior Security Manager to be PSIRA A registered.
• Experience in higher education security / working with young adults would be preferred.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft office (intermediate level)
• Business Report Writing.
• Solid understanding of budgeting.
• Ability to develop policies and procedures.
• Integrating safety and security policies with business operations.
• Formulating and evaluating safety and security plans.
• Building and managing emergency response teams.
• Conducting risk audits and assessments.
• Threat and risk detection skills related to human intelligence and open-source intelligence.
• Deputy emergency Joint Operations Centre Co-ordinator.
• Experience using relevant technology and equipment (e.g CCTV, alarms, access control).
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills.
• Possess strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge

• Subject matter specialist.
• Experienced in HR processes, i.e., grievance procedures, disciplinaries and union interaction.
• PSIRA requirements and governance.
• Criminal Procedures Act.
• Professional registration or license requirements.
• Driver’s License – Code B
• PSIRA Grade A

Closing date

07 Jan 2026

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