Security Manager

Security Manager


Company
Accor
Location
Cape Town
Posted
28 days ago
Via
Accor Careers - Accor Group

Job Description
Company Description

"Why work for Accor?"

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By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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Job Description

Scope of Position

To look after the safety and well-being of all guests and colleagues making sure they cause no harm to themselves and others due to unsafe conditions or unsafe acts. To train all colleagues and officers on all aspects of security and safety with full responsibility of Emergency Response Plans.

Responsibilities

To look after the safety and well-being of all guests and colleagues making sure they cause no harm to themselves and others due to unsafe conditions or unsafe acts. To train all colleagues and officers on all aspects of security and safety with full responsibility of Emergency Response Plans.
• Implement, develop and continue all training on Fire/ Evacuation Response Plan including practical firefighting
• Implement, develop and continue all training on outside threat response plans
• Provide and educate all security officers on training programs already set in place by the Director of Security
• Know thoroughly all response plans, crisis management plans and immediate actions
• Maintain all Standard Operating and Local Standard Operating Procedures as related to the Security department
• Train, further educate and orient all Security Officers under your direct responsibility
• Impart ACCOR policies and procedures on all Security Officers
• Impart the “Code of Ethics” on all security officers
• Participate in training sessions as provided by the hotel’s Human Resources Department
• Participate in all Health and Safety meetings and be a permanent member of the health and safety team
• Contribute to improvement and development of the Security Department with written recommendations submitted to the Director of Security
• Attend to all areas of the colleague survey making sure the standards of the Security Department are upheld
• Liaise with Government authorities and be familiar with all regulations
• Control all security shifts professionally and responsibly
• Be subject to a 3 months review after signing this document, of all of the above to ensure expectations are at an exceeding or mastering level

Health and Safety
• Ensure a strong health and safety culture, directing and overseeing workplace safety programs to regulation compliance, employee awareness and an accident free workplace guided by South African Labour Law.
• A member of the Hotel’s Sustainability Program/Planet 21.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
• 2 years minimum in Security Management
• 5 years minimum in Facility/Workplace security
• Diploma/ Certification in Security programs or Law Enforcement etc.
• Fire safety certification
• First aid certification
• Able to adapt to a multi-national environment
• Occupational Health and Safety certification highly regarded

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the 2026 national minimum wage for code 10 and 14 drivers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for drivers in South Africa is R27.58 per hour from 1 March 2026. Overtime after 45 hours per week must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate, equating to R41.37 per hour.
Q What Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) requirements apply to taxi and truck drivers in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, all drivers of vehicles over 3 500 kg or carrying passengers for reward must hold a valid PrDP issued by the Department of Transport. The permit costs R260 and must be renewed every five years with a medical fitness certificate dated no older than 24 months.
Q How many hours per week can drivers legally work in South Africa and what leave is mandatory in 2026?
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, code-specific driving licence, PrDP, and recent tax clearance certificate when registering on the ESSA system. All documents must be uploaded as certified copies not older than three months.
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