Manager Protection Services (Mining Investigations Policing Security Management) – Gauteng, Sou[...]

Ca Global Headhunters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a qualified Protection Services Manager to lead investigation security processes for mining operations in Gauteng. This role requires extensive experience in general and commercial investigations, including at least 8 years in management within the mining sector. The successful candidate will standardize investigative practices, strengthen controls, and build partnerships with law enforcement. Competitive permanent contract with a focus on strategic leadership and team management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in General Priority and Commercial investigations.
• At least 8 years in management and 5 years in the mining sector.
• Proven ability to lead large investigation units (teams of ±50).

Responsibilities

• Standardize investigative practices across the Group.
• Strengthen controls through policies and risk initiatives.
• Build partnerships with law enforcement to combat syndicated crime.

Skills

Security

Mining

Protection

Police investigations

Education

Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma (NQF7) in Policing or Security Management

Matric certificate

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a qualified Protection Services Manager to lead their investigation security processes and units for their mining operations based out of Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Standardize investigative practices across the Group.
• Strengthen controls through policies, security standards, and risk initiatives.
• Build partnerships with law enforcement and private entities to combat syndicated crime.
• Lead Syndicated Metals Theft Units.
• Support EVP and Group Head on compliance and ESG initiatives.
• Manage anonymous reporting platforms and TOA investigations.
• Ensure quality of reports for executives and Board committees.
• Oversee informer processes and Public-Private Partnership projects.
• Administer the Group TOA platform.
• Accountable for inventory control and timely case turnaround.

Requirements – Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma (NQF7) in Policing or Security Management.
• Matric certificate essential.
• 15 years minimum experience in General Priority and Commercial investigations with at least 8 years in management and 5 years in the mining sector.
• Proven ability to lead large investigation units (teams of ±50) and manage high caseloads.
• Skilled in project‑based investigations and stakeholder coordination.
• Strong leadership in managing diverse professional teams.
• In‑depth knowledge of relevant legislation (POPIA, Criminal Procedure Act, Precious Metals Act, Mine Health & Safety Act, PSIRA, etc.).
• Clean security screening record.
• Experience working with external stakeholders through to prosecution phase.
• Strong change management and team transformation skills.
• Strategic thinker with ability to optimise investigative impact.
• Experience with electronic case‑management tools and KPI‑driven team management.
• Skilled in prioritising cases and determining investigation depth.
• Medically fit to work within defined area.

Benefits and Contractual Information

• Permanent contract.

Additional Information

• Required Skills: security, mining, protection, police investigations.
• Key Skills: Business Development, Company Policies, Customer Service, Financial Performance, Revenue Growth, Oversight, Regional Sales, Account Management, Project Management, Product Line, Ensure Compliance, Human Resources, Procedures, Sales Goals, Direct Reports.
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Experience Required: years
• Vacancy: 1

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Leanne Laas
Executive Lead – Talent & Client Management
CA Mining

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