Description:
Job Overview:
The Security Manager is responsible for ensuring the security and safety of the mining site, which includes both the underground operations and the surrounding rural areas. As this mine is located in a remote area of South Africa, the role will also involve managing relations with local rural communities and addressing external security threats. The ideal candidate will be skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and security strategy, and will be sensitive to the challenges posed by rural communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Security Management:
Site Security: Oversee and manage the security operations at the underground mine site, ensuring the protection of personnel, valuable assets, infrastructure, and equipment. Surveillance and Monitoring: Ensure effective operation of surveillance equipment (CCTV, alarms, and sensors) to monitor critical areas, including entrances, exits, processing plants, and restricted zones. Access Control: Maintain strict control over personnel and vehicle access to the site, ensuring that only authorized individuals enter restricted areas. Risk Assessment & Threat Management: Conduct regular security assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, particularly in the context of remote, rural locations, and develop mitigation strategies. Emergency Response: Develop and maintain emergency response plans for various scenarios, including natural disasters (e.g., floods, fires), security breaches, or underground mining incidents. Security Personnel Management: Lead and manage a team of security staff, providing ongoing training, ensuring compliance with policies, and evaluating performance to ensure security objectives are met.Rural Relations & Community Engagement:
Community Relations: Build and foster relationships with local rural communities surrounding the mining operation, including landowners, traditional leaders, and community groups. Conflict Resolution: Address and mediate disputes between the mine and local residents, focusing on issues such as land access, resource sharing, and local employment. Cultural Awareness: Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for local customs, traditions, and social structures to foster trust and cooperation between the mine and surrounding communities. Local Security Issues: Monitor and assess any rural security risks or external threats to the mine, such as illegal mining, trespassing, livestock theft, or damage to infrastructure. Local Infrastructure & Access: Oversee the security of access roads, local supply routes, and transportation channels to e
02 Apr 2025;
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gumtree.co.za