Security Manager

Reference Number: TSE250827-10
Division: Thorburn Security Solutions
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Based in Midrand, with national responsibilities (Cape Town, Durban, Nelspruit, Bloemfontein, and Gauteng)
Closing Date: 5 September 2025

🏢 About the Role:

Thorburn is hiring a Security Manager to oversee operations across multiple high-profile client sites nationwide. This is a strategic leadership role combining operational security oversight with client relationship management, compliance, and service excellence.

✅ Key Responsibilities:

Manage multi-site security operations (Cape Town, Durban, Gauteng, etc.)
Act as key client liaison, ensuring service delivery meets contractual and compliance requirements.
Conduct risk assessments, site audits, and incident investigations.
Lead and develop security teams and site supervisors.
Ensure PSIRA, SHEQ, and ISO compliance (e.g., ISO 18788, 9001, 14001, 45001).
Drive continuous improvement in operational delivery and customer satisfaction.
Provide regular reporting to senior management and attend contract review meetings.
Respond to emergencies, escalations, and incidents across sites.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the portfolio.

🧠 Skills & Competencies:

Proficient in CIIMS and Time & Attendance systems.
Strong working knowledge of HR procedures, IR practices, and labour legislation.
Effective team leadership, mentoring, and conflict resolution.
Excellent client engagement, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
High level of integrity, accountability, and independence.

🎓 Minimum Requirements:

Matric (Grade 12) – Required
Grade A PSIRA Certification – Required
Driver’s License + Own Transport – Essential
Minimum 10 years’ experience in security or key account management, preferably across multiple sites
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Willingness to travel nationally

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📘 Advantageous Qualifications:

Tertiary qualification in Security Management, Risk Management, or related fields.