Tactical and Intervention Manager

THE SKILLS MINE; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm in South Africa seeks a Security Operations Manager responsible for overseeing tactical security operations, crisis management, and liaising with authorities. The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of experience in security operations and demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage critical safety operations within an impactful organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years' experience in tactical security operations and riot control.
• Registered with PSIRA at the relevant grade required for the role.
• Strong knowledge of security operations and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Enforce company disciplinary code of conduct and policies.
• Manage expenditure and deployment actions for successful operations.
• Lead during high-risk situations ensuring effective resolution.
• Act as primary liaison with local authorities during incidents.

Skills

Tactical security operations

Riot control

Risk management

Crisis response

Team management

Communication skills

Job description

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 to 10 years' experience in tactical security operations and riot control, with a solid background in law enforcement, preferably from a police or similar agency.
• A PSIRA registered (relevant grade as required for the role)
• A security management: strong knowledge of security operations, risk management, and compliance with industry standards
• A intervention management: proven ability to lead intervention, tactical, and riot-control teams, including deployment planning, crisis response, and high-risk operations
• A proven leader with strong team management skills, able to coordinate and motivate large teams across various operations
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities are essential, especially when liaising with local authorities and security forces

Responsibilities

Operational Management

• Responsibility to enforce and adhere to the company disciplinary code of conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Responsibility to manage expenditure and costs (overtime, CAPEX, uniforms, fuel, etc.).
• Responsibility to manage deployments and co-ordinate essential actions required for successful deployment
• Responsibility to implement and maintain action plans to ensure the safety of staff, assets, and property.

Crisis Management

• Responsibility to lead the charge during high-risk situations, including riots, public disturbances, and emergencies, ensuring rapid response and effective resolution

Liaise with Authorities

• Responsibility to act as the primary liaison with SAPS (South African Police Service), local authorities, and Disaster Management, ensuring seamless coordination during incidents

Training and Development

• Responsibility to assist with audit requests and act as the primary liaison for internal and external payroll audits

Staff & Resource Management

• Responsibility to manage staff schedules, time and attendance, leave schedules, postings, redeployments, and overtime
• Responsibility to oversee firearms management in the region, including regulation 21 training and renewal of firearm licenses