Mar 27, 2013

General Manager (Security)

Employer: G4S South Africa
Location: Durban , South Africa
G4S Region: Cash Division
Closing Date: March 29, 2013
Job Introduction:
At G4S South Africa, we place great value on attracting and retaining the best people at all levels, to ensure the continued success of the organisation.We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, but SA citizens or those with a valid SA work permit, will have a distinct advantage.
Role Responsibility:
Effective Labour Management
Ensure that there are adequate staff for both admin and operations and that all new appointments are duly authorized before making an offer of employment, as well as fully compliant with current legislation.
Control Overtime Costs
Ensure that no “ghost employees” reflect on earnings analyses
Familiarize him/her with current Industrial Relations trends and labour law to effectively apply disciplinary action.

Effective Risk Management
Vehicle Security
Assessing maximum values on vehicles and take insurance restriction into account
Ensure that vehicles do not exceed stipulated amounts
Arrange escorts where necessary
Ensure that Armored vehicles are used and that guards are armed
Ensure that Vehicle interlocking systems are functioning
Ensure that locks/ vault areas are secure
Ensure that bullet proofing is effective
Ensure that CPC’s are functioning
Ensure that Radio’s are functioning
Submit daily reports

Branch Security
Ensure that opening and closing procedures adhered to
Ensure that alarms systems are working and test daily
Ensure where installed that CCTV’s are functional
Ensure that first line defense i.e. gates/ walls are effective
Ensure that second line defense i.e. doors/windows are effective secured
Ensure that fire and emergency drills are practiced at every level
Ensure that counting house/ box room security systems are continually reviewed.

Employee Training, Development and record keeping
Ensure that Counting House and Boxroom staff are efficiently trained and aware of standard operating procedures and a set of clear consequences for deviating from procedures
Ensure that training needs are identified for all employees and that it is plotted on the personal development plans for each employee and submitted to the learning and development department
Ensure that all statutory training requirements are adhered to i.e. Fire –Arm training and PSIRA regulatory training
Ensure that a personnel file is maintained for each employee
Branch growth, profitability and customer service
Monitor and assess the market environment
Ensure that all new quotes are done at profitable margins
Ensure that direct and overhead costs are controlled
Ensure that all customers are serviced as per the SLA agreements.

Management of Company assets
Ensure that that proper costs controls exits and that a planned system of maintenance is followed on company vehicles
Ensure that all building assets are maintained according to company standard and image
Ensure that all security equipment are accounted for by means of registers(radios, fire-arms etc)
Ensure that Cash Floats are correctly used and maintained

Branch Financial Management
Ensure that all services that are being delivered are paid for and that recurring revenue is checked every month and verified
Ensure that the bulk account is not overdrawn
Ensure that funds are not drawn from the bulk account
Ensure that cheque books are security logged
Ensure that terminated clients are removed from client codes and invoicing immediately

The Ideal Candidate:
Key Attributes and Competencies
Grade 12
5 - 10 years management experience.
PSIRA Registered, Grade B
Valid Drivers Licence

Knowledge /Skills Attributes
South African security legislation
G4S Operational Policy and procedures
G4S HR Policy and procedures
Health and Safety legislation
Leading people
Managing professionally
Managing Conflict
Communication (Written and Verbal)
Negotiation
Computer literacy
Basic financial skills
Risk identification
Driving change
Customer Thinking
Delivering objectives
Awareness of the market environment
Delivering strategy

Job Reference: G4S/TP/238391/11
Number of Positions: 1
Job Category: Line Management
Contract Type: Full Time

Package Description: Terms and Conditions Remuneration and benefits will be commensurate with the seniority of the role and in compliance with company remuneration policy and practice. Benefits include the following: Basic Salary Car Allowance Relevant tools for trade We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, but SA citizens or those with a valid SA work permit, will have a distinct advantage.

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