Our client is seeking an experienced professional to work in conjunction with the Business Security Advisor in developing and implementing security policies, practices, awareness programmes or processes in order to mitigate risk faced by our people, assets, brands and information.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide guidance to the senior management and other business partners.
• Indirect reporting – any security service provider that will be utilised for security duties.
• Report to Business Security Advisor on all aspects of security affecting the company.
• Work closely with contract security managers and police force on all aspects of security.
• Work as part of a national business security team.
• Review security procedures on all company sites allocated in the Gauteng area and recommend appropriate policies to ensure that personnel, assets, sites, brands and intellectual property are protected.
• Review personal security and recommend changes as and when necessary.
• Participate in crisis management in the event of commercial or executive threat.
• Ensure technical security systems on all sites provide the optimum level of cost effective security.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of threat assessment to property, assets and personnel.
• Assist Business Security Advisor with anti-counterfeit initiatives.
• Coordinate all anti-counterfeit investigations in conjunction with any third party service provider.
• Review security of computer systems and intellectual property and advise where necessary.
• Review all existing security practices for equipment and contracts to ensure effectiveness.
• Make recommendations for the rationalisation of all aspects of security.
• Conduct/supervise investigations into suspected criminal matters and liaise with relevant law enforcement agencies.
• Assist appropriate brand managers and outsourced events companies with event and activation security.
• Conduct proactive operational planning to ensure that all high profile visitors are sufficiently secured when conducting visits.
• Stay abreast of criminal activities in the region and provide monthly feedback on trends affecting the distribution of company product.
• React to all company security related incidents when they occur and coordinate service providers in a cost effective manner.
• Develop a Code of Business Conduct (CoBC) champion and conduct professional investigations in an ethical manner should the CoBC be breached by internal or external stakeholders.
• Network with all internal and external business security partners including SAPS, NPA, SARS, etc.
• Develop and implement in conjunction with Business Security Advisor, business security awareness programmes which would empower all company personnel.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Grade 12 minimum.
• 2-3 years experience within a security enforcement firm or similar role in a relevant industry.
• PSIRA registered.
• Formal training is desirable but not mandatory.
• Diploma/certificate in conventional physical security and crime prevention.
• Diploma/certificate in advanced security operations.
• Specific training in fire fighting, investigations, intelligence, fraud awareness and preventions.
• In-depth knowledge of security issues, almost certainly acquired from several years’ experience in the police service, armed forces or security industry.
• Knowledge of interaction between company and law enforcement agencies in kidnap/extortion and crisis management cases.
• Experience of commerce in relation to the police and crime.
• Knowledge of electronic surveillance systems.
• Ability to negotiate terms and structure of security contracts.
• Experience in working with complex syndicate investigations, information and intelligence gathering.
• Must be computer literate.
• Extensive working knowledge of court proceedings.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal (English).
• Ability to apply sound judgment and act on own initiative.
• Build strong relationships with external service providers and partners.
• Ability to plan and conduct operational activities in stressful and time critical circumstances.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Candidate will handle sensitive information and advice concerning serious crime affecting the Company.
• Within agreed objectives and strategy, have a high degree of autonomy to ensure correct and timely implementation of policy.
• Have immediate authority to take charge during incidents that breach security and are responsible for the conduct of investigations.
• Will need to be fully mobile and available 24-hours, 7 days a week to respond to crisis situations.
• Stand for what he/she feels is right and important, whoever is the audience.
• Build and sustain trust with others through real relationships.
• Demonstrate personal integrity that inspires others.
• Show commitment to outstanding team work.
• Be forward thinking, imaginative in finding solutions to issues, anticipate trends and opportunities and be able to move from ideas to action.
• Take ownership for performance outcomes, show a genuine interest in individuals and their development and provide clarity and focus to the team.
• Demonstrate personal accountability, ability to prioritize and be optimistic.

Our client is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to guide, influence and support the contract management of Capital Procurement.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Strategic alignment with supply chain.
• Advise, support and contribute on governance issues.
• Recommend enhancements as appropriate to project procurement policies, procedures and specifications.
• Partake in selected AA PLc capital procurement initiatives.
• Support the AA PLc SHE initiative.
• Establish best business practice of contracts.
• Revise, develop, advise and establish contract strategies taking cognizance of supply chain initiatives.
• Identify procurement packages for strategic sourcing and inclusion in supply chain frame/federal contracts.
• Coordinate, facilitate and resolve contractual claims and disputes of contracts.
• Advise, guide and support program directors and project managers on contract issues.
• Develop and establish risk management profile.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Relevant commercial or technical qualification.
• Legal qualification or experience would be advantageous.
• Must have experience with:
• Suppliers
• Capital procurement-mining,
• Major industrial projects
• Legal/commercial,
• Short term insurance,
• Senior management
• International experience.
• 10 years relevant experience.

Manage and coordinate security matters between regional security and the respective business disciplines throughout the region by implementing the Regional Security Strategy and Work Program. Conduct security risk assessments and analyze regional security matters, further providing a centre of investigative expertise for matters of fraud and other serious breakdowns in internal controls.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Introduce, implement, manage and support regional security management strategies.
• Provide advice, support, guidance and training on security risk management matters across all business associates in Sub Saharan Africa.
• To continuously assess risks/threats and conduct security risk assessments and make recommendations aimed at protecting assets.
• Develop and deliver security awareness programmes.
• Perform high level investigations around matters of fraud, theft, ethical issues, conflict of interests and internal control breakdowns.
• Report on investigations and make recommendations to business management.
• Identify, develop, train and manage a cost effective security organisation to meet and support:
• Company’s business requirements
• Company’s ethical principles
• The continuous changing security threat
• Set goals, targets and objectives for the measurement of security performance.
• Develop and communicate fraud prevention, detection, reaction guidelines.
• Develop and implement business specific security management plans.
• Maintain and enhance the fraud database and system for reporting incidents and losses.
• Provide security assurance to management by tracking incidents through the Traction and e-SIMS system.
• Liaise with other key support functions specifically HSE, Internal Audit, Legal and HR.
• Champion company’s Code of Conduct and other Group ethics policies.
• Develop, maintain and expand external security contacts.
• Build relationships with company’s employees/contractors, private security contingencies, other organizational security contingencies, local law enforcement agencies, government/military departments, embassies and other international companies.
• Implementation of the Group Security Standard throughout the region.
• Manage and affect special assignments and projects as otherwise required by the Regional Security Manager.
• Negotiate/manage the contract for the provision of security services.
• Champion the company’s Group Security Standard and initiatives e.g. “Getting Security Right”.
• Manage the security services budget.
• Conduct training and supervise Business Security Representatives.
• Conduct security surveys and other assessments of security effectiveness.
• Serve as the primary link with Regional Security Networks.
• Provide advanced planning and protective measures for VIP visits as required.
• Collect and collate information, which in conjunction with Group Security provides the basis of the country risk assessment and alert states.
• In conjunction with Communications and External Affairs issue security warnings/alerts.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Tertiary qualification in Security Risk Management and Forensic Investigations.
• In house training in similar disciplines supported by external security training would be an advantage.
• A legal qualification would be an added advantage.
• Demonstrable personal commercial experience in the field of security risk management, forensic and incident investigation.
• Working experience and exposure to criminal and civil law.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in the commercial security field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal as well as professional skills to develop and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
• Demonstrable access to establish law enforcement networks and other related agencies.
• African language would be advantageous.

Our client is seeking a candidate who will manage, implement and maintain Management Systems such as OHSAS 18001 (2007), and coordinate Risk Minimisation Projects and Risk Assessment Programmes.

The successful candidate will manage their portfolio in compliance with the requirements as laid out in the Integrated Management System. They will also be responsible for marketing and promoting SHEQ to stakeholders and providing support line management in their implementation of risk management standards in the utilisation of the SAP R3 – SHEQ module.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Risk Systems Management and Maintenance:

• Maintain extensive technical and semi-technical data files in respect of various SHEQ disciplines.
• Facilitate the implementation and interpretation of system requirements by Line Managers.
• Advising management on the customisation of standards.
• Provide Risk services in inspection and reporting on emergency equipment.
• Manage data systems.

Supervision:

• Management functions such as supervision, leave approval, appraisals, task assignments and disciplinary procedures.

Financial:

• Prepare annual fixed cost and capital budgets.
• Manage all expenditure in terms of individual budgets.
• Approve purchases and payments within the parameters allowed.

Investigations:

• Perform individual investigations and or assist investigation teams and or assist government institutions in the investigation of undesired events including personnel injuries, fatalities, property damage, theft, fraud/corruption, fire, toxic chemical release/spillage and organised crime syndicates.
  Maintenance of Assets
• Initiate all maintenance requests for buildings, motor vehicles and other movable assets.
• Advise HODs/Line Managers on equipment requiring continuous maintenance.

Technical Content Development

• Seek and develop new methods, procedures or standards for implementation/integration to improve the company’s compliance to Safety and Health legislation, ISO/OHSAS/Occupational Health and Hygiene programs.
• Provide guidance in management action required to maintain the BBS process (Behaviour Based Safety).
  Consultations
• Provide technical advice to Head of Departments and Line Managers.

Risk Management

• Ensure that companies risk exposure assessments are regularly reviewed and appropriate action plans are implemented to eliminate/reduce/mitigate risks.
• Co-ordinate the company’s annual underwriter’s survey.
• Establish and implement the company’s emergency preparation and response plans and manage the emergency response team.

Risk Management Modules

• Ensure integrity of fire prevention and protection systems and allocate necessary maintenance/capital resources to enhance protection.
• Specialise in fields such as occupational safety, ergonomics, fire defence and organisation, security, occupational hygiene, weighbridge operation, etc. to act as companywide advisor.
  Legal Compliance
• Ensure the company maintains compliance with Health and Safety legislation.
• Liaise with company attorneys to ensure status of legal compliance issues.
• Liaise with external legal advisors to ensure compliance programmes are effective.
• Negotiate with the government bodies (Dept of Labour).

Health and Safety

• Plan and implement a Health and Safety strategy.
• Ensure risk assessments are undertaken and risks are continuously reviewed.
• Develop the incorporation of Health and Safety into the SHEQ management system.
• Investigate serious incidents.
• Manage the company’s IOD claim administration programme.
• Co-ordinate employee’s medical surveillance programme.
• Implement proactive measures to curb injuries and other safety incidents companywide.
• Co-ordinate SHEQ induction programme for all employees and contractors.
• Co-ordinate periodic legal compliance audits for health and safety.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• BTech/National Diploma in Safety/Environmental Health.
• Intensive Fire & Safety (IFE Diploma).
• Security Officers MOD II SASA Approved.
• Minimum of five years in supervisory capacity in relevant fields.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Computer literate (SAP R3 competency could be advantageous).
• Interpretation of law/rules/procedures.
• Negotiating skills, good communication and presentation skills.
• Must be credible – internal and external interaction with I & AP’s.
• Technically competent in risk assessment and incident investigation.
• Technically competent auditor.
• Sound knowledge of SHEQ legislation.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Specialist safety, health and risk management training.