Security Supervisor Job at Gauteng Department of Health

Requirements :

• Grade 12 or equivalent. Security Grade A or B.
• 3-5 years’ experience in the security and safety field. Current registration with PSIRA (must be valid). Must be computer literate.
• Knowledge of CCTV surveillance cameras, access control system and control rooms. Ability to work under pressure. The candidate must possess conflict resolution, negotiation skills, and report writing skills.
• A knowledge of legislation applicable to the security industry, including the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, No. 53 of 1985, the MISS and Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977, etc.
• Knowledge of Firearm Control. Sound knowledge of Labour Relations processes and Performance management system. Knowledge of Health and Safety and Fire Prevention. Willingness to work shifts and extended hours.

Duties :

• Supervise both internal and private security personnel. Oversee and manage access control. Develop, implement and manage safety and security measures. Be proactive in managing and minimising risks. Retrieve reports of previous shifts, analyze and submit the reports to the security manager. Check and sign the daily occurrence book.
• Monitoring staff attendance and performance. Assign and monitor allocated duties to security personnel. Conduct walk-around inspections to prevent patient abscondment and theft. Liaise with the SAPS (South African Police Services). Attend and resolve conflict situations. Assist health care professionals with aggressive patients.
• Report losses to the Loss Control Officer. Maintain discipline within the business unit. Ensure that safety and security-related policies and procedures are updated and enforced.
• Report on faulty and /or broken windows, doors, locks, and security gates to relevant stakeholders for repairs. Escort visitors and/ or contractors to different areas within the premises. Maintain security measures. Conduct Threat and Risk Assessment. Perform any other lawful duties assigned by the supervisor.