Retail Security Manager

Architectural Services; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A security management firm in Cape Town seeks a Security Manager to lead the security team, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with standards. Candidates should have a Grade 12 certificate, 5-8 years of supervisory experience, and a valid Code 8 Driver's License. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a provident fund and medical aid.

Benefits

Provident Fund

Life cover

Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health

15 X paid leave days per annum

Long service leave after five years

Qualifications

• 5-8 years supervisory experience.
• Willingness to work overtime and night shifts.
• Previous experience in a physically demanding mining or production working environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and mitigate risks in the security division.
• Conduct risk assessments at branches daily.
• Manage onsite security staff.

Skills

Knowledge of security management

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management and organizational skills

Education

Grade 12 certificate or equivalent

Tools

Code 8 Driver's License

Job description

Security Manager – Cape Town, Western Cape

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape SA Metal

Posted 28 days ago

Job Description

The Security Manager’s primary purpose is to provide management support within the Security department. The incumbent will lead and support the team to ensure compliance with business processes and contribute to performance improvement within the Security division. The position will be responsible, but not limited to the following tasks:

Responsibilities (NOT limited to the below)

• Identify and mitigate risks
• Control room management
• Conduct risk assessments and implement preventative measures
• Visit satellite branches on a daily basis to identify possible security risk
• Daily risk assessments and evaluations of branches
• Manage on site security staff
• Manage and escort of customers with Non-ferrous loads to and from Epping
• Management of Risk within Transport and fleet management
• Risk auditing and reporting
• Develop a network of intelligence to identify high loss areas and implement corrective actions
• Ensure that correct standard operating procedures are adhered to

Qualifying Experience

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
• 5-8 years supervisory experience
• Code 8 Driver's License with valid and reliable vehicle
• Knowledge of security management
• Willingness to work overtime and night shift as and when required
• Previous experience in a physically demanding mining or production working environment would be advantageous

Qualifying Attributes

• Committed, hardworking and self-motivated
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Sound communication skills (understand, read and write English)
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required
• Time management and organizational skills
• Display a professional work approach
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Other Information

• Reporting to National Security Manager
• Job Type: Permanent Position
• Standard hours: 07h30–17h00 (Monday – Thursday) and 07h30–16h00 (Friday)
• May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements
• Salary: We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
• Benefits include:
  • Provident Fund
  • Life cover at 4 X annual salary
  • Funeral cover
  • 15 X paid leave days per annum
  • Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health
  • Long service leave after five years of employment

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