Safety & Security Manager | Franschhoek

𝗝𝗗 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 is recruiting on behalf of a luxury hospitality property in the Franschhoek Valley for an experienced and professional 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 & 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗥.

Our client is seeking a discreet, service-minded professional to protect guests, staff and property within a rural hospitality environment. This permanent, live-out role offers responsibility for an established security and emergency framework, with scope to improve systems, strengthen readiness and maintain high operational standards.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Safety & Security Manager will direct contracted guards, oversee access control and security technology, lead emergency responses and maintain fire safety and occupational health and safety compliance. The role includes staff training, drills, risk assessments, service provider management and liaison with police, emergency services and neighbouring properties.

𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

• At least 10 years in security operations, including five years in management and experience overseeing 24/7 operations and contracted guard forces.
• Experience in rural, agricultural, estate, lodge or luxury hospitality security, including discreet service to high-profile and international guests.
• Active PSIRA Grade A registration in good standing.
• Current First Aid Level 3 or equivalent, firefighting or fire marshal training, and a recognised health and safety qualification.
• Proven emergency response leadership and experience planning, running and debriefing practical drills.
• Hands-on administration of IP CCTV, video management systems, alarms, access control and perimeter detection.
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, private security legislation and POPIA.
• Experience managing service level agreements and building effective relationships with SAPS, emergency services and Community Policing Forums.
• Strong reporting and record-keeping skills, fluent English and confidence with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office.
• A valid South African driver’s licence, own reliable vehicle and a clear criminal record. Must live within reasonable response distance of Franschhoek or be willing to relocate.
• Calm, decisive and dependable, with strong communication, integrity, attention to detail and a collaborative approach to hospitality teams.
• Afrikaans or isiXhosa, military/police/emergency services experience, veld fire or incident command training, specialist security systems training and snake handling or snakebite first aid would be advantageous.
• Experience developing SOPs, emergency plans and risk registers, and managing security budgets would be advantageous.

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 – R65,000–R75,000 gross per month, depending on experience.

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 – Live-out with a fixed weekly schedule and on-call availability for emergencies at all hours. Must be able to reach the property promptly.

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 – As soon as possible, preferably no later than 1 January 2027.

📌𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘 – Although we appreciate all applications received, we will only reply to those candidates who have the background and experience required. Thank you.