Job Description

Regional Scope: Gauteng & Mpumalanga
Lead Security | Protect Assets | Drive Operational Excellence

An established organisation is looking for a seasoned security leader to take charge of regional security operations across Gauteng and Mpumalanga.
This is an opportunity for a decisive, commercially minded professional who can combine strategic oversight with strong operational leadership —strengthening security standards, managing risk, protecting assets and driving accountability across a complex, multi-site environment.

Why this opportunity?

High-impact regional leadership role with direct exposure to Executive Management
Opportunity to influence and strengthen security practices across a diverse operational footprint
Lead a security function while managing key external security partnerships
Competitive remuneration and benefits, including provident fund, medical aid, car allowance and company phone

Your Key Performance Areas:

Asset Protection & Risk Management
Security Operations Management
Incident Response & Investigations
Security Technology & Innovation
Financial Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Compliance & Administration

What You Bring to the Role | Must-Haves

PSIRA Grade A registration – essential
Minimum 7 years' senior security management experience
Diploma or Degree in Security Management or equivalent
Proven experience in asset protection, risk management, investigations and incident response
Experience managing security teams and outsourced security service providers
Experience within a manufacturing, logistics, industrial, mining, metals, recycling or similarly high-risk environment
Knowledge of CCTV, surveillance, access control and security technology
Sound knowledge of the Second-Hand Goods Act 6 of 2009 and relevant legislation
Strong communication and report-writing skills
Proficient in MS Office
Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport
Willingness and ability to travel to Mpumalanga as required
Willingness to attend to operational emergencies outside normal working hours, including weekends when required

About You
You are an established security professional with the leadership presence, judgement and confidence to take ownership of regional security outcomes.

You are proactive rather than reactive, comfortable enforcing standards and holding others accountable, and able to make sound decisions when faced with risk, incidents or operational pressure.

You know how to engage credibly with senior leadership, law enforcement and security partners — while remaining close enough to the operation to know what is really happening on the ground.

If you are ready to step into a role where your leadership can make a tangible difference, we would like to hear from you!

Regional Security Manager

Job Description