Operations Manager - Newcastle at Fidelity Services Group

Security Operations Manager:  

• The position of a Security Operational Manager is vacant at the New Castle Branch, reporting to the Branch/Regional Manager. The overall purpose of this position is to manage several Clients in covering the following key areas, client liaison, HR /IR matters, expenses control, Investigations and to ensure the posting of Security officers, that all site security requirements are adhered to and that the Client’s needs are met. Candidates should reside in the Rustenburg area or willing to relocate at own cost.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.
• PSIRA Grade A/B registered.
• Valid Driver’s License with own reliable transport is required.
• At least 5-10 years’ experience in the security industry.
• At least 5 years’ experience in the Operational Security Management structure.
• Working knowledge of the Firearm Act and Firearm competency for Business Purposes.
• Staff management experience is required.
• Computer literacy with expert knowledge of the complete Microsoft package.
• Sound planning, administration, interpersonal communication, and client liaison skills are required.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills as well as good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• No criminal record or any pending cases.

Key Performance Areas: (not totally inclusive):

• Maintaining good relations between Fidelity Security Services Group and the Client about security services rendered.
• Managing allocated areas to ensure that contractual requirements are met as stipulated by the Client.
• Ensuring that all Security Officers on site meet the contractual requirements as stipulated by the Client.
• Constantly evaluating the service levels provided and making recommendations to the Client regarding the improvement of services.
• General management and supervision of security staff to ensure that required performance is always met.
• Dealing with all required administration matters.
• Liaising daily with management on various operational issues.
• Liaising daily with Regional Management on various Operational matters.
• Ensuring that all HR related queries are dealt with promptly, formulate disciplinary actions.
• Ensuring the timeous submission of reports to both client and to the Rustenburg Branch as required.
• Submitting relevant weekly / monthly incident and general reports to Management.
• Investigating incidents and reporting on such.
• Pro-active planning on various sites and clients.

Core Competencies:

• Analytical, Critical Thinking & Planning skills.
• Leadership & Self Development.
• Goal Setting & Organisational skills.
• Driving & Managing change.
• Driven for results.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Communication direction & skills.
• Development of others.
• Customer focus.
• Teamwork.

Other personality attributes:

• Initiative
• Strong leadership ability
• Presentable

Closing Date 28 August 2023