Mine Security Supervisor

Step up from guarding into supervising on a guarding contract across several sites in Upington. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

This post is Upington-based, with most of your time spent at a guarding contract across several sites. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

• Run on-site training on procedures and emergency drills
• Post officers when the shift changes over and cover no-shows
• Plan the monthly roster to stay within legal working hours
• Handle discipline issues fairly and keep written records
• Order and issue uniform, radios and torches
• Check that PSIRA registrations of staff on site are current

• Confident writer of incident reports and rosters
• Matric, with a security management course a plus
• Valid Code 8 licence and willing to drive between sites
• Available after hours for emergencies
• Firm with staff but fair and consistent

• Handgun competency for armed supervisor posts
• Mining or hospital security experience
• Labour relations or basic supervision course

• Management training for growth to operations manager
• Cellphone allowance
• Company vehicle or car allowance on area roles

• If you have been upgraded through the grades, show the progression. It proves you grew on the job.
• Mention how you handled absenteeism or roster gaps. It is the biggest daily headache for security companies.