Security Operations Manager

Smith Garb; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Garb is seeking an experienced Security Operations Manager to lead security personnel across multiple Gauteng sites. You will oversee guards, perform site inspections, and ensure adherence to client requirements and company policies.

Key duties include supervising CCTV monitoring, managing disciplinary actions, and maintaining health & safety standards. You will also coordinate cleaning/gardening staff, foster client relations, and deliver regular operational reports.

Qualifications

• PSIRA Grade B registration is essential.
• 5+ years management experience in security.
• Experience managing guards, site visits, and disciplinary procedures.
• CCTV monitoring experience.
• Health & Safety Certificate is essential.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
• Residency within 25 km of Parktown.

Responsibilities

• Manage security personnel across multiple sites.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure policy compliance.
• Monitor CCTV operations.
• Handle disciplinary processes and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with PSIRA regulations and industry standards.
• Coordinate cleaning and gardening staff.
• Maintain high health, safety and operational compliance.
• Build strong relationships with clients and staff.
• Prepare operational reports and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership

CCTV monitoring

Disciplinary handling

Education

PSIRA Grade B Registration

Health & Safety Certificate

Fire Fighting Certificate

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise security personnel across multiple sites.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with company policies and client requirements.
• Monitor and oversee CCTV operations.
• Handle disciplinary processes, investigations, and employee performance management.
• Ensure all security operations comply with PSIRA regulations and industry standards.
• Manage and coordinate cleaning and gardening staff.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and operational compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and staff.
• Prepare operational reports and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Grade B PSIRA Registration (essential).
• Proven security industry background.
• 5+ years' management experience within the security industry.
• Experience managing security guards, conducting site visits, and handling disciplinary procedures.
• CCTV monitoring and surveillance experience.
• Health & Safety Certificate (essential).
• Fire Fighting Certificate (advantageous).
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle.
• Must reside within a 25 km radius of Parktown.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.