Regional Security Manager

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Regional Security Manager based in Gauteng. You will lead the Gauteng Security Department and provide security services across the Group, ensuring asset protection and risk management.

The role requires PSIRA Grade A registration, at least six years of senior managerial experience, and a tertiary qualification in security management or equivalent. A valid driver's license and reliable transport are essential.

Qualifications

• PSIRA Grade A registration is compulsory.
• Minimum 6 years of senior managerial experience.
• Tertiary qualification in security management or equivalent.
• Valid driver\'s license and own reliable transport.
• Experience in manufacturing/logistics/industrial environment.
• Experience in risk identification and analysis, CCTV monitoring, investigations and reporting.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Familiarity with the Second-hand Goods Act 6 of 2009 and other relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Asset protection and risk management through audits and controls.
• Oversee security operations across Gauteng and Mpumalanga sites and contractors.
• Respond to incidents; conduct investigations and report findings.
• Keep security tech up to date; monitor equipment effectiveness.
• Manage security budgeting and cost-effective solutions.
• Engage with SAPS, third-party security providers and management.
• Handle administration and compliance, including licenses.

Skills

MS Office

CCTV monitoring

Investigations

Reporting

Communication skills

Risk analysis

Education

PSIRA Grade A

Tertiary qualification in security management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join the Security team as the Regional Security Manager based in Gauteng. The successful applicant will be responsible for the Management of Gauteng Security Department as well as providing security services to the Group.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Asset Protection & Risk Management - Prevent and/or halt theft and fraud, oversee asset protection and ensure that risks are ascertained by implementing proper and regular auditing processes and comprehensive risk management strategies.

• Security Operations Management - Implement, optimize and ensure compliance of the Gauteng and Mpumalanga Security Department with security protocols. Effectively manage the Gauteng and Mpumalanga Security Department as well as the security contracting companies.

• Incident Response & Investigation - Identify and resolve security breaches and ensure a rapid response to incidents/emergencies to minimize impact. Conduct all incident investigations and provide detailed reports on findings.

• Technology & Innovation - Ensure the Group stays abreast of new technologies to address and mitigate security risks. Monitor and maintain all security equipment's effectiveness by conducting daily inspections.

• Financial Management - Manage, control, and monitor all security-related expenses and provide cost-effective security solutions.

• Stakeholder Engagement - Liaise with SAPS, third-party security companies and Management as required. Provide consistent updates in security status and potential problems to Management.

• Administration & Compliance - Handle all administrative processes related to security operations including but not limited to sending reports to Management as required and ensuring the Second-Hand Goods licenses are kept up to date and correctly displayed.

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

• PSIRA Grade A registration (compulsory)

• Minimum 6 years of senior managerial experience

• Tertiary qualification in security management or equivalent

• Valid driver's license and own reliable transport

• Previous experience in manufacturing/logistics/industrial environment (advantageous)

• Experience in risk identification and analysis, CCTV monitoring, investigations and reporting writing

• Proficient level of MS Office suite

• Must be conversant with the Second-hand Goods Act 6 of 2009 and other relevant legislation

• Excellent communication skills

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorized to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.