Website Bidvest Tank Terminals
OUR VISION To provide customer-centric, innovative & sustainable bulk liquid and gas handling solutions. OUR MISSION We strive for excellence when storing and handling our customers' products in a manner that creates stakeholder value.
Job Advert Summary
Bidvest Tank Terminals has an opportunity for a Security Manager. This opportunity exists within the Operations Support Department, based in Durban, reporting to the Operations Support Director. The candidate has to meet the following minimum criteria.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in security management or a related field.
5 years of experience in security management.
ISPS qualification is required.
Good understanding of SHEQ systems (OHSAS18001, ISO14001 & ISO9001) would be advantageous.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of Port Security management, preferably in the chemical/ petrochemical industry
Duties and Responsibilities
Main purpose of the Job
The incumbent in this position will direct BTT’s security functions, including physical security and safety of employees, facilities, and assets. To build and cement relationships and network with the relevant authorities, i.e. Cutler, TNPA, etc.
The successful candidate will engage in the following activities:
Develop and implement the BTT security strategy to ensure compliance with national and international security standards, i.e., ISPS codes etc.
Plan, direct, and coordinate security activities to safeguard BTT assets, customer products, employees, and visitors.
Develop, implement, and manage security procedures to protect personnel against harassment, threats, or violence in line with the code of ethics.
Develop or review security service level agreements (SLAs) between BTT and Bidvest Protea Coin, Intellisec, Marshal Security, EHK Advisory Services, etc.
Participate and play a role in PIMAD drills and Major Emergency exercises.
Develop and manage investigation processes, including the collection and preservation of video and notes of surveillance processes or investigative interviews.
Conduct security site visits at regions and ensure all non-conformances are corrected immediately.
Track and provide feedback on corrective and preventative action from all security-related audits.
Analyse and evaluate security operations to identify risks or opportunities for improvements.
Ensure Security Risk Assessments are completed and reviewed quarterly.
Manage and provide leadership to subordinate Port Facility Security Officers (PFSOs).
Ensure that department and individual performance charters are loaded on Scientrix and LMS.
Develop and manage the security budget.
Attend stakeholder meetings to keep abreast of new technologies impacting security.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
Comprehensive knowledge of ISPS Codes and the National Ports Act.
Attention to detail and strong observational abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Policy and legislation relating to Security Risks.
Familiarity with security systems and surveillance equipment.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Uphold a strong sense of ethics and integrity in handling confidential information and making critical decisions.
Advanced computer literacy and internet skills.
Deadline:14th May,2026
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