General Manager Events Security

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


Job Summary The suitable candidatexe2x80x99s main responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Developing key performance goals and managing the performance of the staff
  • Creating and implementing strategies for business growth
  • Managing the recruitment, hiring and training processes
  • Ensuring that departments or units deliver quality offerings to clients
  • Working closely with Managers and other senior staff to improve efficiency and performance
  • Improving internal processes for better productivity
  • Overseeing large projects and interpreting performance reports
  • Managing the budget and monitoring the financial health of a location or business unit
Preferred qualifications/attributes/skills:
  • PSIRA certification xe2x80x93 Grade A; - Special Events Qualification
  • Grade 12 (Matric) qualification or relevant qualifications;
  • Security related or similar relevant qualifications;
  • Knowledge of SASREA.
  • Knowledge of Aviation (CAA)
  • Good interpersonal skills and strong administration skills;
  • A good working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and outlook);
  • Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and adapt to regular change;
  • Good understanding of BCEA, OHS Act, LRA and National Bargaining Council;
  • Clean disciplinary, criminal and credit record;
  • Driverxe2x80x99s license and own reliable transport;
  • Health and Safety knowledge at Events
  • Provide 2nd line assurance by reviewing and validating security plans for the events.
  • Conduct in-depth risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for identified threats.
  • Ensure security measures align with BPC policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Work with 1st line security teams to review security incidents and recommend improvements.
  • Act as a key point of contact for event security, liaising with venue security teams, police, emergency services, and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Monitor security compliance during live events and provide on-the-ground support when necessary.
  • Lead post-event security debriefs, identifying lessons learned and areas for improvement.
  • Provide expert advice on security technologies, crowd management, and emergency response planning such as Fires, Power outages, Structural failures, Terror events, Medical emergencies and Natural disasters.
  • Ensure BPC security culture is upheld by training and advising event staff and partners.
  • Proven experience in security management for events, ideally in the music or entertainment industry.
  • Strong knowledge of security risk assessment methodologies and assurance frameworks.
  • Familiarity with SA security regulations, counterterrorism measures, and health & safety requirements.
  • Experience working with law enforcement, emergency services, and private security providers.
  • Ability to analyse security incidents, trends, and operational risks effectively.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and respond to evolving security threats in real-time.
  • Your event staff may handle a range of tasks before and during events or public gatherings, like managing foot traffic, guest interactions, venue sales (food and beverages, merchandise, etc.), and coordinating speakers/performers. Event security guards should manage all security-related responsibilities so your staff can focus on running a smooth event.
  • Efficiently mitigating potential risks is key to maintaining a safe and secure environment
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1407389
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R15000 - 25000 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned