Protection Officer

Company Description

-We have an exciting opportunity for a Protection Officer. The purpose of this role is to Protect and maintain the safety and security of property, assets and people working for the mine by rendering high-risk specialised services

We're the best in the industry.

You'll make us better.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to "re-imagine mining to improve people's lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

Job Description

-As our Protection Officer of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Consistently apply safety principles in all interactions and take personal responsibility for the safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
• Provide specialised close protection services to senior managers, executives, and VIP visitors by ensuring their safety and security.
• Respond tactically to security incidents, criminal activity, or alarm activations to prevent harm to the organisation or its people.
• Conduct preliminary crime scene investigations to ensure proper scene preservation, interview witnesses, take statements, open investigation dockets, and maintain case books and exhibit registers according to the best industry practices.
• Manage high-risk crowds and control riots during labour or civil unrest incidents to protect company assets, employees, and reputation.
• Prevent criminal activities by performing vehicle-based patrols of high-risk areas, observing duties, setting up roadblocks, assisting security officers during peak hours by searching people and vehicles, and conducting prohibited substance testing.
• Conduct security audits and surveys to identify potential security threats and compile detailed reports to mitigate those risks.
• Represent protection services management after hours or when directed, ensuring that all security-related issues are managed efficiently and effectively.
• Outputs:
• All executives, VIP Visitors, and senior managers are secured per the Protection Services Operational Plan.
• Response time, number of thefts prevented, and arrests made.
• Quality of investigation dockets and investigation administration.
• Number of resolved cases.
• Damage and loss of company property and employees were minimised during the unrest.
• Frequency of inspections and irregularities detected.
• Adherence to the inspection schedule.
• All inquiries were resolved satisfactorily.

This role is in SHEPS & Contractor Management (SHEPS&CM) department on a band 8.7 level reporting to the Security Operations Supervisor

Qualifications

• -Grade 12 or equivalent (NQF Level 4)
• Security-related National Certificate (NQF4)
• Security-related Higher National Certificate (NQF5) Advantageous
• Registered with PSIRA as a Grade B Security Officer
• Firearm Competency (including SAPS competency)
• Basic Investigations Course
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in safety/security, preferably in a mining environment.
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Tactical response experience gained in security or police environment.
• Comprehensive practical knowledge of criminal investigation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of handling firearms.
• In-depth understanding of the Voluntary Principles on Human Rights and Security.
• Knowledge of handling less lethal weapons.
• In-depth understanding of Riot Control & Strike Management techniques

Additional Information

-Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people's lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day's work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we're also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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