Risk and Security Manager

Cash Crusaders; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector seeks a Risk and Security Manager based in Kwa-Zulu Natal. The successful candidate will execute security initiatives, conduct risk assessments, and manage incident responses across all stores, ensuring safety and compliance. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and a solid foundation in security management.

Benefits

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Qualifications

• 5 years' management experience in the security/retail industry.
• Experience dealing with security systems like CCTV and alarms.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform security risk assessments and implement policies to prevent theft.
• Manage corporate security response and investigate all incidents.
• Conduct regular national store audits and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Research competencies

Education

Security qualification

Current PSIRA Certificate

Job description

The purpose of the role is to provide a consistent, comprehensive service to the Franchised and Corporate stores within Cash Crusaders, relating to Operational Risk, Security, Safety and Loss prevention. The ideal candidate will have a sound knowledge of security technology such as CCTV, Alarm systems, monitoring technology, incident investigation and Risk mitigation plans.

Kwa-Zulu Natal based, travel throughout the province.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Risk and Security Manager will execute on our security initiatives and risk strategy of the company.
• This includes performing security risk assessments and implementing security policies that prevent theft, break-ins, loss, and fraud.
• Responding to new threats and upgrading security systems for stores regularly are key aspects of this role.
• The Risk and Security manager will manage the corporate security response to incidents across all stores –
• Investigate all incidents in stores and reporting on findings.
• Dealing with external security agencies like SAPS and Security providers.
• Strong research competencies are required for risk mitigation and regulatory compliance.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are necessary for incident response and crisis management.
• Strong communication skills are essential to deal effectively with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external. These include law enforcement agencies, SAPS, Security providers, contractors, internal management, and Franchisee’s.
• Regular National Store security audits and implement corrective actions.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• At least five (5) years’ experience at a management role in the security / retail Industry
• A security qualification or an ex-member of a government security services department
• Should hold a current PSIRA Certificate
• Have a valid driver’s license

Package & Remuneration

• Remuneration - market related
• Medical aid
• Retirement annuity

All shortlisted candidates will undergo background checks and polygraph tests