Technical Manager (Security Industry), Contract, KuGompo City

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**Job Title:** Technical Manager (Security Industry), Contract, KuGompo City **Company:** Sheldon Recruitment --- **Overview** Sheldon Recruitment is seeking a Technical Manager (Security Industry) for a 1-year fixed-term contract, with a possibility of renewal. This role is based in KuGompo City, Eastern Cape, focusing on the planning, oversight, and management of various electronic security projects and systems. **What you will do** * Plan and oversee CCTV, alarm, access control, intercom, gate automation, boom barrier, and related electronic security projects. * Conduct technical site assessments, develop system designs and specifications, and review equipment compatibility and integration requirements. * Prepare project plans, quotations, bills of quantities, and budgets for approval; control costs, materials, and approved scope changes. * Allocate technicians and subcontractors, coordinate site activities, and monitor progress against milestones and client requirements. * Supervise installation quality, testing, commissioning, and handover; ensure defects are resolved and acceptance records are completed. * Manage preventive maintenance schedules, service agreements, callout priorities, and escalation of complex or recurring faults. * Provide technical guidance, coach technicians, and identify training and certification needs. * Coordinate with clients, Operations, suppliers, and Finance on technical requirements, procurement, service delivery, and project reporting. * Control tools, stock, warranties, and technical records; protect system credentials and configuration information. * Enforce safe working procedures and ensure specialist work is allocated to appropriately qualified and authorised personnel. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 and a degree in electrical engineering, electronic engineering, mechatronics, information technology or a closely related technical discipline. * At least five years of relevant experience in electronic security systems, including at least two years supervising technical teams or managing installations and maintenance projects. * Proven experience with CCTV, alarms, access control and integrated electronic security solutions. * Strong knowledge of IP networking, system integration, troubleshooting and commissioning. * Experience preparing technical specifications, quotations, project budgets and progress reports. * Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to client sites. * Relevant security industry registration and certifications where required for the assigned work, to be verified before appointment. * Valid PSiRA Grade B registration and certification. **Who should apply** Candidates with preferred qualifications in project management or recognised project management training, and/or manufacturer certifications for CCTV, access control, alarms, or networking platforms are encouraged to apply. The ideal applicant will possess experience managing multiple client sites, subcontractors, service agreements, tender technical submissions, and lifecycle maintenance planning. Essential competencies include strong technical leadership, sound problem-solving, practical decision-making, and proficiency in project planning, budget control, and effective allocation of people and equipment. Clear client communication, negotiation, accurate reporting, accountability, confidentiality, and consistent attention to safety and quality are also crucial for this role. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/technical-manager-security-industry-contract-kugompo-city-sheldon-recruitment Source: myjobmag

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