Head of Security, Port Elizabeth

Head of Security Required for a reputable automotive manufacturing company based in

Kariega , Eastern Cape

Requirements

Tertiary (Degree/Diploma) qualification in Security Risk Management, with focus on Business Management

10 years minimum experience in the Security industry of which 5 years should be in a management role

Comprehensive security experience in various security areas e.g. crisis management, investigations, operational security, international security exposure, etc.

Experience with security auditing, security risk management, as well as contract and vendor negotiation

Capable of Managing, Advising, Guiding and Leading a security team

Management and Leadership skills

Negotiation and communication skills

Presentation skills

Decision making and good judgment skills

Computer literacy

Able to communicate security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff

Responsibilities

Work with other executives to prioritize security initiatives and spending based on appropriate risk management and/or financial methodology.

Crisis Management, the Head of Security has the responsibility as the crisis team officer and hence participate and contribute as a key member of the Crisis Management Organisation to coordinate in the event of any security disaster/emergency.

Work with external consultants as appropriate for independent security audits.

Assess security requirements for CAPEX and submit accordingly.

Verify and approve the Transport (Taxi) invoices. Evaluate utilisation and amend transport requirements accordingly, in negotiation with the Union(NUMSA)

Oversee incident response planning including the investigation of security breaches, and assist with disciplinary and legal matters associated with such breaches as necessary

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Kerry O’Hagan at



Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.

#J-18808-Ljbffr