Security Manager

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent metal recycling organization based in Cape Town is seeking a Security Manager to enhance safety protocols and manage the security team. The ideal candidate will have significant supervisory experience, strong risk management skills, and the ability to work effectively in challenging environments. This permanent position offers a competitive salary with various benefits, including medical aid and retirement plans.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of supervisory experience required.
• Code 8 Driver's License needed with a valid vehicle.
• Previous experience in a mining or production environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and mitigate risks within the Security department.
• Manage on-site security staff and control room operations.
• Conduct daily risk assessments of branches.

Skills

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Grade 12 certificate or equivalent

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Excellent standards in execution

Other Information

• Reporting to National Security Manager
• Job Type: Permanent Position
• Standard hours: [07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday] & [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

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. External candidates are encouraged to apply for this vacancy by no later than Thursday 09 October 2025.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed.