Feb 27, 2012

Chief Security Officer , South Africa

An opportunity exists at Rheinmetall Denel Munition (Boskop Plant)in Potchefstroom for a Chief Security Officer reporting to the Security Manager: RDM North.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
•Contributes to the development of operating procedures and participates in the formulation and implementation of all safety, fire and risk/ disaster plans.
•Reports any breaches of security, initiates investigations and prepares written reports of results as required.
•Reviews all reports of security staff and directs special investigations.
•Takes action as may be necessary in cases of security violations by any persons as required in the written rules and regulations concerning the functioning of the security department.
•Works with other facility personnel in maintaining proper security and assuring that necessary precautionary measures are taken for protection of people and property.
•Liaise with Security agents, SAPS, PSIRA and local authorities.
Responsible for performance management, career pathing and the development of the staff.
Manage, control, analyse costs and set financial performance goals for the unit.

POST REQUIREMENTS
•Minimum Grade 12 plus 1 yr formal security management qualification or relevant NQF 4 (upper) equivalent qualification.
•Minimum Grade A Security Training, National Key Point Certificate and Firearm License required.
•Considerable knowledge of methods in dealing with individuals and groups.
•Working knowledge of security related legislations as they apply to NKP facilities.
•Experience in safety and security techniques, fire prevention, investigation and interviewing techniques.
•Ability to exercise a high degree of judgment and ability to act quickly in an emergency.
•Continuous improvement focus and ability to drive change management.
•Demonstrated ability to manage performance and transformation.
•Good problem solving, persuasiveness and client relationship skills.
Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and conflict management skills.
•Good communication, planning and organizing skills.
•Ability to work independently and with initiative.
•Standby required and be available for callouts.
•Computer literate (MS Office packages).
•Code 8 drivers license & own transport essential.

Interested parties to forward detailed CV’s with a covering letter to Denise Bezuidenhout by fax 018 298 1140 / email  by no later than Friday, 09 March 2012.

If you do not hear from us within one month of the advert deadline, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Rheinmetall Denel Munition is an international company fulfilling the requirements of Employment Equity. Preference will be afforded to suitable candidates who add to the diversity of the company

City/Town: Potchefstroom
Location: North-West Prov.
Company: Rheinmetall Denel Munition
Contact: Denise Bezuidenhout
Fax: 018 298 1140
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