Training & Development Manager - Security

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

Job summary

A leading security services company based in Pomona, Gauteng, is looking for a Training and Development Manager to manage training frameworks ensuring security personnel are competent and compliant. Ideal candidates will have 5-7+ years in Training & Development, particularly in the Security industry, along with relevant qualifications. The role offers a competitive salary and involves both strategic planning and hands-on training delivery.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Provident Fund contribution

Exposure to training with real impact

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years’ proven experience in Training & Development.
• Strong experience within the Security industry is essential.
• PSIRA registration (Grade B or higher preferred).
• ETDP SETA Assessor/Moderator registration advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement training and development strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct training needs analyses across security and facilitation operations.
• Design and deliver training programmes.
• Manage onboarding and induction programmes.
• Ensure full compliance with PSIRA, SETA, Department of Labour, BCEA, and OHSA requirements.

Skills

Training & Development

Security industry experience

Facilitation

Leadership

Communication

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Training & Development, Industrial Psychology, or Security Management

Job description

SUMMARY:

Job Title: Training and Development Manager - Security
Location: Pamona - Gauteng
Industry: Security & Facilities (Facilitation) Services
Type: Full-Time / Environment: Dynamic, compliance-driven, people-focused

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Training and Development Manager to join our client’s operations within the Security and Facilities Management sector. This role is suited to a strategic yet hands‑on training professional who understands the regulatory, operational, and people development demands of the security environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing training frameworks that ensure security personnel are competent, compliant, professional, and operationally ready, while meeting all statutory and industry requirements. (Valid License and own vehicle mandatory)

POSITION INFO:

What you’ll be doing

• Develop and implement a structured training and development strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Conduct training needs analyses across security and facilitation operations
• Design, deliver, and oversee training programmes (classroom, practical, on‑site, and refresher training)
• Manage onboarding and induction programmes to ensure new security staff meet operational and compliance standards
• Ensure full compliance with PSIRA, SETA, Department of Labour, BCEA, and OHSA requirements
• Coordinate and manage SETA-accredited training, learnerships, and skills development initiatives
• Maintain accurate training records, attendance registers, assessments, and reporting
• Implement talent development, succession planning, and skills upliftment initiatives
• Liaise closely with Operations, and external training providers to align training with operational needs
• Monitor training effectiveness and continuously improve learning outcomes

What you’ll need

• 5–7+ years’ proven experience in Training & Development, with at least 3 years in a managerial role
• Strong experience within the Security industry is essential (facilitation/facilities exposure advantageous)
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Training & Development, Industrial Psychology, or Security Management
• PSIRA registration (Grade B or higher preferred)
• ETDP SETA Assessor/Moderator registration advantageous
• Solid understanding of security operations, compliance standards, and client service requirements
• Strong facilitation, communication, and leadership skills
• High attention to detail with strong administrative and reporting capability
• Valid driver’s license, own vehicle and willingness to travel as required
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities

What is in it for you?

• Permanent role within a well‑established security and facilities operation
• Competitive salary: R35 000 – R40 000 per month, depending on experience
• Provident Fund contribution
• Opportunity to play a key role in improving operational readiness and compliance
• Exposure to a fast‑paced, regulated environment where training has real impact

A Few Things to Know

• Based in Pomona, Gauteng, with travel to operational sites as required
• This is a hands‑on management role, balancing strategy with practical training delivery
• Security industry experience is non‑negotiable
• Valid driver’s license, own vehicle and willingness to travel as required is non‑negotiable

Ready to Apply? Click Apply and please complete your application in full. If you don’t hear from us within 3 months, your application was not successful. However, we may contact you for other roles in the future (with your permission).

Data Privacy Notice

By applying, you consent to Elchemie processing your personal data for the purpose of job matching. Your data will be securely stored and shared only with trusted service providers and clients.