Senior Manager Security

Sasol; Sasolburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global integrated chemicals and energy company is seeking a Security Manager to lead teams and oversee security services across various operations. This role involves developing security strategies, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a related Bachelor's degree and over 12 years of experience, including at least 6 years in management within a security environment. The position is based in Sasolburg, South Africa.

Qualifications

• 12+ years relevant experience with at least 6 years in a management role in security.
• Pipelines and retail experience is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead multi-disciplined teams in providing a security service.
• Develop and implement security services strategy.
• Consult on new projects to guarantee success.
• Manage maintenance of security equipment and infrastructure.
• Drive continuous improvement of security processes.
• Oversee site adherence to safety and security standards.

Skills

TC_S_SHE Policy and Strategic Objectives

TC_Environmental Permitting/Licensing

TC_SHE Risk Management

TC_Performance Improvement

LC_Commercial Agility

LC_Business Ownership

LC_Drives Innovation

LC_External Focus

LC_Customer Centricity

TC_SHE Policies, Procedures and Standards

LC_Collaborative

LC_Inspirational

LC_Builds Talent

LC_Developing Self

LC_Partnerships

LC_Delivery Excellence

Education

University Bachelor’s Degree - preferably Security related

Job description

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Req ID: 10276

Closing Date: 5 December 2025

Purpose of Job

Manage and lead multi-disciplined teams in providing a security service to the, Ekandustria, Pipelines, and Germiston Operations by designing, adapting and integrating systems and processes across functional and operational areas to meet changes in business and relevant legislation. Make end results happen by providing strategic direction, creating business models and motivating people. Manage achievement of results by influencing and coordinating the output by managers across sub functions. Manage the coordination of resources of functions that are diverse in nature to ensure optimal utilization of resources and effective cost management. Align and coordinate the identification and implementation of opportunities for improvement to ensure effective and efficient service delivery. Integrate and control the application of the organization systems and standards for the practical management of legal responsibilities as prescribed by legislation and Governmental Security and Security Industry Regulators. Analyse, interpret and implement changes to systems, processes and operating methodologies due to changes in the relevant operating environments.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop, implement and maintain security services strategy and operating model within agreed timeframes.
• Provide and manage security services as per agreed service catalogue across Sasol OME’s in accordance with set service delivery criteria and operational parameters (surfaces and underground).
• Deliver effective consultation to new projects, developments, and changes to existing ways of work to guarantee success and delivery criteria.
• Control implementation of permit system services, investigation services, technical services, specialized services, access control services, control room services, and electronic access control.
• Manage maintenance of security equipment and infrastructure in an effective manner.
• Drive continuous improvement of security processes through benchmarking of best practices to guarantee optimal service delivery in terms of quality, cost, and time.
• Document critical and core processes and report following Sasol governance model and document management system requirements within agreed timeframe.
• Identify and implement road safety operations.
• Perform effective risk and loss control measures across sites.
• Security systems design, governance, installation, programming, maintenance and training of end users.
• Conduct investigation services, security assessments and physical information security management (PISM) frequently to maintain secure environment.
• Guide tactical response to operational emergencies and security related incidents and crime prevention services when needed (surfaces and underground)
• Promote security awareness through targeted security trainings and awareness campaigns to embed a culture of security across Sasol group.
• Oversee site adherence to relevant legislative safety and security standards, codes of practices, and best practices to maintain continued operations.
• Seek required security related certifications for continued operations across.

Formal Education

University Bachelor’s Degree - preferably Security related.

Min Experience

12+ relevant years of which a minimum of 6 years in a Management role in a Security environment. Pipelines and retail experience would be an added advantage.

Certification & Professional Membership

• Registration with National Key Point
• PSIRA Grade A or relevant law enforcement training
• Firearm competency for business purposes
• State Security Agency Vetting
• Security clearance

Required Personal And Professional Skills

• TC_S_SHE Policy and Strategic Objectives
• TC_Environmental Permitting/Licensing
• TC_SHE Risk Management
• TC_Performance Improvement
• LC_Commercial Agility
• LC_Business Ownership
• LC_Drives Innovation
• LC_External Focus
• LC_Customer Centricity
• TC_SHE Policies, Procedures and Standards
• LC_Collaborative
• LC_Inspirational
• LC_Builds Talent
• LC_Developing Self
• LC_Partnerships
• LC_Delivery Excellence

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of “Innovating for a better world”, Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Our automated process is designed to efficiently assess a large volume of applications. Should you not hear from us within 60 days of the advert closing then kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you once-more for your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice, and we wish you all the best with your career aspirations and future applications with us.