Departmental Head: Facilities and Security Division:Corporate Services

Purpose of the Job: The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership to the department to ensure a safe, secure, compliant, efficient, effective and sustainable working environment. The role includes supervision of the maintenance and management of FSCA facilities, corporate security (physical), occupational health and safety, employees, budgets, contracts, service providers and related projects Key Performance Areas: Develop and implement facilities, security and environmental, occupational health and safety, policies and procedures. Manage lease negotiations, renewals, restructures, relocations. Oversee office-space planning, facilities maintenance, assets and infrastructure projects. Manage sustainability of the facility and other resources of the organisation by using best practices. Manage contractors and service providers. Oversee governance, compliance, health & safety, security risk management, facilities condition and occupational health and safety assessments. Manage periodic audits by ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and standards. Manage security operations, incidents, investigations and business continuity arrangements. Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, landlord, contractors, service providers and law enforcement agencies Prepare monthly, quarterly and executive reports. Lead, coach and develop employees while promoting high performance and ethical conduct. Manage budgets, contracts, vendors and service providers Other Key Competencies: The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Strategic leadership and change management. Facilities, security and occupational health and safety management. Financial, contract and project management. Risk management and business continuity planning. Stakeholder and relationship management. Analytical thinking and problem-solving. Communication, influencing and report writing. Integrity, accountability and confidentiality. Emotional intelligence, teamwork and attention to detail. Requirements A Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7) in Business Management, Facilities Management or Property Management, a relevant equivalent field or equivalent qualification. At least 5-10 years' experience in facilities and security management, of which five years must be at managerial level. Proven experience in corporate security, facilities, building and asset management. In-depth knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, business continuity management and corporate security. Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, building regulations, relevant ISO standards and the PFMA. Experience in contract, project, budget and service-provider management. Excellent analytical, communication and report-writing skills. Closing Date: 28 October 2026.