Senior Area Manager

FullServe; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A security management company in Johannesburg is seeking a Security Manager to direct all security functions. The ideal candidate has proven experience in security management, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of security protocols. Responsibilities include developing policies, managing budgets, training staff, and responding to emergencies. Candidates must hold a Matric, possess relevant licenses, and have further education in security administration. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety of employees and assets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as security manager or similar position.
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols and procedures.
• Registered with PSIRA.
• Grade A qualification.
• Drivers License and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security policies and procedures.
• Recruit, train and supervise security officers.
• Control budgets for security operations.
• Investigate and resolve security issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Matric

Further education in security administration or similar field

Tools

CCTV technology

MS Office

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees, facilities, and assets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement security policies, protocols and procedures

• Control budgets for security operations and monitor expenses

• Recruit, train and supervise security officers and guards

• Attend meetings with other managers to determine operational needs

• Plan and coordinate security operations for specific events

• Coordinate staff when responding to emergencies and alarms

• Review reports on incidents and breaches

• Investigate and resolve issues

• Create reports for management on security status

• Analyze data to form proposals for improvements (e.g. implementation of new technology)

• Source new business – business development

Requirements

• Proven experience as security manager or similar position

• Experience using relevant technology and equipment (e.g. CCTV)

• Experience in reporting and emergency response planning

• Excellent knowledge of security protocols and procedures

• Solid understanding of budgeting and statistical data analysis

• Working knowledge of MS Office

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills

• Committed and reliable

• Drivers License and own vehicle

• Matric

• Further education in security administration or similar field will is required.

• Registered with PSIRA

• Grade A qualification

COMPETENCIES

• Having good communication skills.
• Being physically fit.
• Having good knowledge of security environments and hazards.
• Being polite.
• Having interpersonal skills.
• Being analytical.
• Having leadership skills.
• Being proactive.
• Having good negotiation skills.
• Being able to work with a team.