Director: Protection Services

3 days ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Durban University of Technology Full time

DUT has approximately 33,000 students, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is the first choice for higher education in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). It is located in the beautiful cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg (PMB). As a University of Technology, it prioritises the quality of teaching and learning by ensuring its academic staff possess the highest possible qualification that they can get.

The Durban University of Technology is a result of the merger in April 2002 of two prestigious technikons, ML Sultan and Technikon Natal. It was named the Durban Institute of Technology and later became the Durban University of Technology in line with the rest of the universities of technology.

DUT, a member of the International Association of Universities, is a multi-campus university of technology at the forefront of higher education, technological training, research, and innovation. In alignment with DUT's strategy ENVISION 2030, the University would like to see its people (staff, students, etc.) become entrepreneurial and innovative.

In 2020, DUT was ranked amongst the Top 500 Universities globally, and 10th for citations globally and 5th Nationally.

DUT has six Faculties: Accounting and Informatics, Applied Sciences, Management Sciences, Engineering and the Built Environment, Health Sciences, and Arts & Design.

People and Operations

Post: Director: Protection Services

(5-year renewable contract based on performance)

Minimum Requirements

  • NQF Level 8 (Ideal: NQF L 9) in Security risk management or security related qualifications.
  • Grade A, PSIRA Registration.
  • At least 10 years' experience in Protection Services with 5 years in Senior management/supervisory capacity.
  • Strategic alignment of Protection services and Traffic Control.
  • Policy development and Implementation.
  • Financial and contract management.
  • Team Management.
  • Systems Management.
  • Investigation skills.
  • Communication and conflict resolution.
Summary of Duties:
  • Strategic alignment of Protection Services and Traffic Control.
  • Policy Development & Implementation.
  • Financial and contract management.
  • Team and Stakeholder Management.
  • System Management.
Contact Person: Miss LV Makhanya

Status of Position: 5-year renewable contract based on performance

Salary: Market Related

To Apply
Please complete application form. Click on link: https://www.dut.ac.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Application_for_Employment-R3.docx OR from DUT careers portal and send together with detailed CV, copies of ID, qualifications, and a covering letter.

Kindly Note
Communication will be entered into with short-listed candidates only. Only applications made on our application for employment form would be considered.

"While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given to suitable candidates in terms of the University's equity policy." The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment.
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