Head: Security at Dawid Kruiper Municipality

Job Purpose:

• To lead, manage and coordinate the Municipality's security services to ensure the effective protection of municipal assets, facilities and stakeholders through the implementation of security policies, procedures and legislative requirements, risk management, regulatory compliance and effective service delivery.

Requirements: Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Policing, Safety and Security Management, Security Management, Public Administration, Public Management or an equivalent qualification relevant to security, law enforcement and municipal protection services.
•  Minimum of eight (8) years' relevant experience in a security, policing, law enforcement or municipal protection services environment, of which at least three (3) years must have been gained at supervisory or management level.
• Security Grade A - Valid PSIRA Registration
• Firearm Competency Certificate
• Police clearance (clean SAPS clearance) - No criminal record
• Valid Code 8 (B) Driver’s Licence
• Computer literacy – MS Office
• Strong communication and management leadership skills

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide strategic leadership, management and oversight of the Municipality's Security Unit and related security operations.
• Develop, implement, review and maintain security policies, procedures, strategies and operational plans to safeguard municipal assets, facilities, employees, councilors and members of the public.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor security operations, priorities and resource allocation to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.
• Manage, monitor and report on departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), performance targets and operational outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable security legislation, regulations, standards, municipal policies and procedures, including PSIRA requirements.
• Manage and oversee PSIRA registrations, compliance requirements and related regulatory submissions.
• Direct and oversee the investigation of security incidents, breaches, losses and irregularities, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Conduct security risk assessments, threat analyses and vulnerability assessments, and implement appropriate mitigation and preventative measures.
• Manage the deployment, performance, discipline, training and development of security personnel.
• Coordinate security-related matters with law enforcement agencies, emergency services, government departments and other relevant stakeholders.
• Promote a security-conscious culture and enhance security awareness throughout the Municipality.
• Manage the security budget, assets, equipment, contracts and other resources in accordance with municipal policies and applicable legislation.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, annual and ad hoc operational, management and security reports to senior management, Council and relevant Council Committees.
• Provide professional security advice and support to Council, municipal management and departments on security- related matters.
• Respond to security emergencies, incidents and high-risk situations, ensuring appropriate intervention and continuity of municipal operations.
• Acceptance and execution of lawful instructions from senior management

Closing Date: 21 July 2026 at 16:00