General Manager - Events Security

SUMMARY:
A vacancy exists for a GENERAL MANAGER -Event Security in the VIP Division

POSITION INFO:
The suitable candidate’s 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

• PSIRA certification – 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;
• Driver’s 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