Security Operations Manager

Recruiter: SA Metal

Job Ref: 478603

Date posted: Monday, September 14, 2026

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY: POSITION INFO: JOB DESCRIPTION SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd requires a committed, hardworking and motivated individual to join their Security team as a Security Operations Manager. The successful applicant will be responsible for the supervision of Security employees as well as providing security services to the Group. The successful candidate will report to the Security Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT LIMITED TO THE BELOW) Manage security employees. Posting of personnel daily. Ensure security equipment is maintained and managed correctly. Perform site inspections and discuss preventative measures. Conduct initial investigations and report findings immediately to the Security Operations Manager. Identify and mitigate risk. Conduct risk assessments and implement preventative measures. Support management with security operations. Manage conflict and client dissatisfaction. Investigate and manage on-site incidents. Training Security personnel to ensure the safety of the company's employees, clients and property. Ensure efficiency and productivity of Security personnel. Ensure that the Company rules, procedures and policies are adhered to at all times within the expected deadlines. Ensure that discipline is enforced. Ensure that Occupational Health and safety regulations are enforced and adhered to. Evaluating all collated information and documentation. Support control room as and when needed. QUALIFYING CRITERIA: Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent with good numeracy and literacy skills Driver's license and own, reliable transport is essential At least 5 years of Supervisory experience in the Safety & Security Sector Registered with PSIRA -- Minimum Grade A Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Willing to work irregular hours (shifts) and overtime In good health and physical stature Sober habits Disciplined to apply company policies and procedure. Control Room experience is advantageous. QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES Be trustworthy and honest Ability to take responsibility Committed, hardworking and self-motivated Strong interpersonal skills Time management and organizational skills Display a professional work approach Ability to work independently and within a team Excellent standards in execution Excellent problem-solving skills Hard-working and self-motivated OTHER INFORMATION : Job Title : Security Operations Manager Reporting to Security Manager Job Type : Permanent Position Benefits include Provident Fund Life cover at 4 X annual salary Funeral cover 15 X paid leave days per annum Long service leave after five years of employment Standard hours 07h30 - 17h00: Monday - Thursday 07h30 - 16h00: Friday May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements Please note applications for this position closes on Monday, 21 September 2026. We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful. Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorized to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.