Risk and Security Manager

Cash Crusaders Retail (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Risk and Security Manager to oversee operational risk and security initiatives across their stores. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the security industry and will be responsible for implementing risk management strategies, conducting investigations, and dealing with law enforcement. Applicants should possess a PSIRA Certificate and strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Qualifications

• At least five years' experience in a management role in the security/retail industry.
• Experience dealing with external security agencies and conducting security audits.

Responsibilities

• Execute security initiatives and risk strategy for the company.
• Perform security risk assessments and implement policies to prevent theft and loss.
• Manage corporate security response to incidents across stores.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Research competencies

Education

Current PSIRA Certificate

Security qualification

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.

Gauteng 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 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