Main purpose of the job
To strategically plan, operationally organise, direct and control Protection Services functions to create and maintain a secure working, learning and research environment. This must be done through the optimal deployment of available resources (human and otherwise) systems, policies and procedure at both campuses in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

Main tasks
1.Strategic and operational management of Protection Services
2. Physical Security
3. Investigations, crime prevention, crime awareness
4. Management of electronic security equipment and systems
5. Emergency services
6. Traffic and parking management

Note: CUT applies an internal parity model to determine remuneration that complies with the principle of “equal pay for work of equal value”. Accordingly, the preferred candidate may expect an offer that is in line with their qualifications and years of similar experience. Please contact the Recruitment office for more information on the applicable salary scale.

Nature of appointment: Permanent Support Services
Minimum salary scale: R945 269 per annum
(Total Cost to Company) (2021 Salary scales to be confirmed)

Candidates will be recruited and appointed in accordance with the Employment Equity and Affirmative Action Programmes of the Central University of Technology, Free State.

Female candidates, in particular, who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualification/ Knowledge and/or
Experience

•Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management.
•5 years Security Management experience at middle management level
•Grade A PSIRA Registered
•The incumbent must be a law-abiding citizen, without a criminal record.
•Valid Class B driver’s license

Desired Qualification/ Knowledge and/or Experience
•Relevant postgraduate degree
•Protection services in Higher Education environment
•8 years Security Management experience at a senior management level

Terms and Conditions
•Candidates will be recruited and appointed in accordance with the Employment Equity and Affirmative Action Programmes of the Central University of Technology, Free State.
•The Central University of Technology, Free State reserves the right to conduct/employ a third party to conduct a background investigation in respect of all short-listed candidates.
•Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you haven’t received feedback in four weeks, consider your application not shortlisted.
•The Central University of Technology, Free State reserves the right not to make an appointment in the advertised post and/or to appoint other suitable persons recruited by means other than this advertisement. Appointment, either on a permanent or contract basis, will be negotiated with the successful candidate.