Sep 5, 2015

Operations Manager - Close Protection Services


Location: Johannesburg South Africa

Job Description

Our Client in the Close Protection Services (Bodyguard) has a vacancy for a Operations Manager to join their team in Johannesburg.

Position Summary: 
Participate in managing security, crisis response, rescue and other operational initiatives for clients and strategic partners.

The Operations Manager is coordination and management of personnel.
1. Strong analytical and project management skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to
2. Strong Administration skills
3. Deadline driven
4. interpret customer business needs and translate them into operational requirements 5. Provide client consultation services to include development and maintenance of emergency evacuation plans, site assessments, and tabletop exercises
6. Responsible for creating, managing and enhancing relationships with strategic partners 7. Plan and provide executive protection services for clients traveling abroad, Domestic and international travel
8. People Management Skills
9. Available to travel
10. Available 24 / 7

Job Requirements:
Ideal Qualifications: 

* Minimum of 8 years of military / air-force experience
* Special Operations experience
* Degree in Project Management / Business Management
* PSIRA Registered
* Executive protection experience preferred
* Experience working and operating in foreign countries



Exceptional written and verbal communication
# Fluency in English is a must
# Rescue experience and associated skills
# Ability to thrive and stand out in a fast paced, highly fluid environment
# Demonstrated leadership potential
# Ability to work both independently and in teams
# Efficient time management and organizational skills

Requirements
Minimum level of education: Bachelor´s Degree
Years of experience: 8
Language(s): English
Driver's license: Car
Availability for travel: Yes
Availability for change of residence: No



How To Apply:
Email: xxxxxxxx@xxxxxxx.co.za