British High Commission Jobs in Pretoria South Africa - Post Security Manager Vacancy
British High Commission Jobs in Pretoria South Africa - Post Security Manager Vacancy
Job Category Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory
Security
Job Description
Main purpose of job:
The role is expected to oversee and manage security of: buildings; access control systems, alarms, CCTV and all other security systems equipment; and procedures that surround these.
A key part of the job is to provide insights around key security issues, risks and opportunities for improvement.
To support the Overseas Security Manager and be a point of contact for security matters in Pretoria.
Management of physical security at the British High Commission office, UKVI, British High Commissioner’s Residence, Compounds and Residential properties and DIT Johannesburg (40%)
With the support of the ROSM, manage the installation and maintenance of all physical security systems on our platform to FCO guidelines
Using trusted sources raise requisitions and provide purchase orders in a timely manner. Check quality of installation on completion of work and receive work on Prism
Oversee control of access control systems issuing passes also (white zone only) BHC, UKVI & DIT
Assist ROSM with conducting periodical physical security checks of residences including surveys before leasing
Administration of armoured vehicles, arranging servicing and repair also using Pyramid system.
Administration of radios and satellite phones
Security advice and support (20%)
Provide general advice on procedural physical security matters at all our platforms.
Carry out march-in for all new UK based officers to the BHC and DIT explaining all security and estates related issues
Assess and provide security advice and ground support to staff visiting challenging neighborhoods and areas of the Pretoria.
Provide security advice and support for VIP visits including Royal visits
Create strong working relationships with relevant South African Police Department, diplomatic police, local police and private security providers.
Deliver security for high profile events at the British High Commission host and the residence (ensuring that adequate police support is provided)
Keep abreast of the news, particularly the local and national news, and report any items of security significance – local protest or threats - promptly to the OSM and PSO
Attend the Post Security Managers meeting taking minutes and distributing/placing them on shared point
Occasionally accompany members of staff on visits outside of Pretoria
When called on, travel to Johannesburg or Cape Town to support major High Commission events and VIP visits
Security briefs for all LE new staff when they join
Weapon clearances for all VVIP visitors through Johannesburg or any other airport in SA
Security control and testing (10%)
Assist the OSM in carrying out bomb and incident drills at the BHC, UKVI and DIT
Periodic testing of satellite phones and radio
Administrative tasks (10%)
In conjunction with the ROSM, liaise with the South African Police Diplomatic Protection Branch and with the security staff at other friendly Missions, ensuring that necessary contact names/telephone numbers that would be required during an emergency are always up to date.
Manage the local security expenditure budget attending monthly budget meetings with ROSM
Keep a record of all security contracts reviewing these each year with ROSM
Reporting (10%)
Prepare reports on
matters of security interest, including regular quarterly incident returns, for the OSM and liaise with ESD in OSM absence.
Report and record any breaches of security informing the OSM/PSO at the earliest opportunity.
Focal point for unclassified threat reporting from the South African Police and Military, local risk management companies and the British High Commission Security
Resources managed:
Security budget for all physical security enhancements, maintenance and contracts. Advice and support to two A2 Security Managers.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
At least 5 years of experience in security management environment roles and team management positions.
Experience in dealing with third party contracts and managing outsourced resources
Risk Management training
Senior Security Supervisory role or ex military/police
PSIRA Registered Security Officer Grade A Certificate (with certificate from Training Centre) or equivalent
Valid code B driver’s licence or higher – no limitations and also owner of vehicle
Proficient using the latest version of MS Office.
Spoken and written English at least at Upper Intermediate level
Preferred knowledge of security protocols
Experience in contract management
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Security related degree
Required competencies
Making Effective Decisions, Leading and Communicating, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace
Other benefits and conditions of employment
The British High Commission pays in full for the Key Care Plus option on Discovery Health for staff including spouses/partners and dependents.
Once you have successfully completed your probation the British High Commission will contribute 9% of your monthly salary to a Provident Fund.
Annual leave entitlement of 25 days
Working hours per week of 36.5
Additional information
Please complete the application form in full as the information provided is used during screening.
Please check your application carefully before you submit, as no changes can be made once submitted.
The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position.
Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Pretoria are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in South Africa.
All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.
The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to;
Obtain the relevant permit
Pay fees for the permit
Make arrangements to relocate
Meet the costs to relocation
The British High Commission do not sponsor visas/work permits except where it may be local practice to do so.
Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g. certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
Information about the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Competency Framework can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-competency-framework Please note: AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5
Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates.
Please log into your profile on the application system on a regular basis to review the status of your application.
Interested candidates should apply online by 11th February 2019
For more information and job application details, see; British High Commission Jobs in Pretoria South Africa - Post Security Manager Vacancy
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