Description:
Are you a strategic HR leader with experience in corporate environments and a deep understanding of the security industry’s regulatory landscape? EC Security Services, a trusted name in private security since 1997, is seeking a seasoned Head of Human Resources to drive HR excellence across our operations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement HR strategies aligned to the company’s mission, vision, and growth targets.
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Lead the HR team across all functions including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, skills development, and compliance.
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Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including Labour Law, PSiRA regulations, and Bargaining Council agreements specific to the security industry.
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Maintain strong working relationships with regulatory bodies and industry forums.
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Manage disciplinary processes and union engagement with a focus on fairness, consistency, and best practice.
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Oversee high-volume recruitment and ensure all appointments meet PSiRA and regulatory standards.
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Design and implement initiatives that improve employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture.
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Provide strategic HR insight to executive management and support business units with effective workforce planning.
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Ensure accurate payroll coordination.
Requirements:
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Develop and implement HR strategies aligned to the company’s mission, vision, and growth targets.
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Lead the HR team across all functions including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, skills development, and compliance.
-
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including Labour Law, PSiRA regulations, and Bargaining Council agreements specific to the security industry.
-
Maintain strong working relationships with regulatory bodies and industry forums.
-
Manage disciplinary processes and union engagement with a focus on fairness, consistency, and best practice.
-
Oversee high-volume recruitment and ensure all appointments meet PSiRA and regulatory standards.
-
Design and implement initiatives that improve employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture.
-
Provide strategic HR insight to executive management and support business units with effective workforce planning.
-
Ensure accurate payroll coordination.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Relations (Honours or Master’s advantageous).
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Minimum 8-10 years’ HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior or executive HR role.
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In-depth knowledge of:
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Bargaining Council agreements applicable to the security industry
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PSiRA regulations and compliance requirements
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Corporate HR practices and governance
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South African labour law and CCMA procedures
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Experience working in the security or a similar regulated industry (labour-intensive or unionised environment preferred).
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Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
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High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in the security industry or knowledge of its operational and regulatory framework will be a distinct advantage.
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Bargaining Council agreements applicable to the security industry
-
PSiRA regulations and compliance requirements
-
Corporate HR practices and governance
-
South African labour law and CCMA procedures
-
Highly competitive salary
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A stable, values-based working environment
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An opportunity to shape the future of HR in a leading security company
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Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Relations (Honours or Master’s advantageous).
-
Minimum 8-10 years’ HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior or executive HR role.
-
In-depth knowledge of:
-
Bargaining Council agreements applicable to the security industry
-
PSiRA regulations and compliance requirements
-
Corporate HR practices and governance
-
South African labour law and CCMA procedures
-
-
Experience working in the security or a similar regulated industry (labour-intensive or unionised environment preferred).
-
Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
-
High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in the security industry or knowledge of its operational and regulatory framework will be a distinct advantage.
We Offer:
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Highly competitive salary
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A stable, values-based working environment
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An opportunity to shape the future of HR in a leading security company
To apply , please submit your CV and a detailed cover letter to info@ecsecurity.co.za using the subject line: “Application – Head of HR” .
EC Security Services is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.