Site Security Supervisor - Parow CDC Snacks

PepsiCo; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global snack company is seeking a Site Security Supervisor in Cape Town. Responsibilities include implementing security plans, conducting risk assessments, and leading the security team. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience and a PSIRA Grade A qualification. This role demands strong decision-making, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of working experience.
• 3 years of security experience in private sector.
• Good decision-making and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Site Security Plan to mitigate risks.
• Conduct periodic security self-assessments.
• Oversee security guard companies and manage KPI systems.

Skills

Crisis Management

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Computer Literacy

Education

Security PSIRA (Grade A) Qualification

Experience in FMCG Environment

Job description

Overview

Job title : Site Security Supervisor - Parow CDC Snacks

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : October 17, 2025

Responsibilities

• In line with the Country broader strategy, implement the Site Security Plan to identify, assess and mitigate risks to PepsiCo’s associates, facilities, proprietary information, and brand / reputation.
• Form part of the Site Crisis Management Team, with execution of security functions as part of the Business Continuity Plans of the premises.
• Ensure that the premises is compliant with the Site security plan (technological ,Procedural,Manned guarding ,Architectural )
• Maintain strong working relationships with, and provide consultation to, local management teams.
• Plan and oversee periodic security self-assessments and bi-annual security risk assessment on the premises in order to identify critical vulnerabilities and to assist in closing these risks through cost-effective, best practice security enhancements.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with national and local security, emergency response, law enforcement, and regulatory authorities as well as with security managers of other large multinational companies.
• Ensure compliance with PepsiCo AMESA Security Risk Management System and supporting standards and procedures.
• Assist in delivering security awareness for PepsiCo associates and training programs to security associates.
• Advise and assist before, during and after security incidents, including on-the-spot risk assessments and security advice to site leaders.
• Assist the Area Security Manager / Asst Area Security Manager in implementing security plans to strengthen the protection of our supply chain (Make / Move / Sell).
• Assist the Area Security Manager / Asst Area Security Manager in implementing security plans to strengthen the protection of our supply chain (Make / Move / Sell).
• Assist in Conducting and coordinate investigations to include counterfeit, extortion, contamination of our products, loss reduction, kidnapping, robberies, Speak Up, fraud, corruption, and security threats against the country’s interests and associates.
• During strike operations or labor disputes provide training to security guards and employees in strike protocols.
• Oversee security guard companies to leverage economies of scale and lower costs. Implement and manage a effective KPI management system in accordance with Sector Security, and evaluate the service provided by the 3P Security providers on a monthly basis.
• Manage the 3P Security Providers and evaluate their service on a monthly basis according to the set KPI’s.
• Ensure the continued professional development of his / her security team, to include the identification of suitable individuals in longer-term succession planning.
• Implementation of all Security Policies, Plans and Site SOP’s
• Report Incidents immediately to Line Manager and ensure compiling of reports according to Security Policies.
• To review the recording of CCTV on a daily basis to ensure that there are no irregularities.
• In conjunction with Control Room Co-ordinator provide the required evidence in the event of any security incident and support EHS on any Safety Incidents evidence if and when required

Qualifications

What will qualify you for the role :

Key Competencies :

• Ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly expanding business environment
• A minimum of 5 years of working experience
• 3 years Security experience in private sector(preferably industrial sectors) with accountabilities and key measures listed above
• Knowledge of best security practices, principles and objectives
• Well-refined interpersonal skills
• Security PSIRA ( Grade A) qualification.
• A working proficiency of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work among a team of peers.
• Ability to work in a challenging environment and to be connected 24 / 7.
• Excellent organizational skills to be able to prioritize responsibilities meet deadlines and work in a multi-task environment
• Good Decision Making and leadership skills
• Computer Literate.
• Ability to work in VUCA Environment.
• Rehearsed in Crisis Management Procedures.
• 3 Years experience in FMCG environment.
• Basic Knowledge in conducting Investigations and experience.
• 3 Years experience as a Security Site Supervisor.
• Basic Knowledge and training on HSE.
• Security / Safety jobs