Security Coordinator

Security Coordinator

Durban, South Africa

Company
PepsiCo
Location
Durban
Posted
9 days ago
Via
via PepsiCo Careers

Job Description
Overview

About PepsiCo

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people.

In South Africa (SA), you will find our products across the region at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. At the gym or on the field. In the office or on the go. We refresh, restore, and rejuvenate our consumers all day, every day with our key brands including Simba, Lay's, Liqui Fruit and Bokomo range of cereals. PepsiCo SA employs more than 13,000 people across our three business divisions: Bakeries, Grains, Foods, Fruit, Snacks, Juice & Beverages. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.

Responsibilities

What we're looking for: We are looking for a Security Coordinator for KZN based at our Prospecton Plant.
• As directed by the Business Unit leadership, the Global Security Director (SA) and in collaboration with the PepsiCo Office of Global Security, ensure that the premises allocated to, benefit from effective and sustainable security programs that mitigate risk to our people, assets and objectives while protecting PepsiCo Brands.
• Execute operational implementation of strategic planning as directed by Security Director – Global Security (SA) in conjunction with Area Security Manager and/or Assistant area Security Manager
• Physically located in Prospecton, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, the role would serve as a Business Unit asset in responding to all emerging security risks and incidents on the allocated and dedicated premises.
• Role will be responsible for the protection of our people and Assets in KZN.

Accountabilities:
• In line with the Country broader strategy, implement the Site Security Plan to identify, assess and mitigate risks to PepsiCo’s associates, facilities, proprietary information, and brand/reputation.
• Form part of the Site Crisis ManagementTeam, with execution of security functions as part of the Business Continuity Plans of the premises.
• Ensure that the premises is compliant with the Site security plan (technological ,Procedural, Manned guarding ,Architectural )
• Maintain strong working relationships with, and provide consultation to, local management teams.
• Plan and oversee periodic security self-assessments and bi-annual security risk assessment on the premises in order to identify critical vulnerabilities and to assist in closing these risks through cost-effective, best practice security enhancements.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with national and local security, emergency response, law enforcement, and regulatory authorities as well as with security managers of other large multinational companies.
• Ensure compliance with PepsiCo EMEA Security Risk Management System and supporting standards and procedures.
• Assist in delivering security awareness for PepsiCo associates and training programs to security associates.
• Advise and assist before, during and after security incidents, including on-the-spot risk assessments and security advice to site leaders.
• Assist the Area Security Manager/Asst Area Security Manager in implementing security plans to strengthen the protection of our supply chain (Make/Move/Sell).
• Assist the Area Security Manager/Asst Area Security Manager in implementing security plans to strengthen the protection of our supply chain (Make/Move/Sell).
• Assist in Conducting and coordinate investigations to include counterfeit, extortion, contamination of our products, loss reduction, kidnapping, robberies, Speak Up, fraud, corruption, and security threats against the country’s interests and associates.
• During strike operations or labor disputes provide training to security guards and employees in strike protocols.
• Oversee security guard companies to leverage economies of scale and lower costs. Implement and manage a effective KPI management system in accordance with Sector Security, and evaluate the service provided by the 3P Security providers on a monthly basis.
• Manage the 3P Security Providers and evaluate their service on a monthly basis according to the set KPI’s.
• Ensure the continued professional development of his/her security team, to include the identification of suitable individuals in longer-term succession planning.
• Implementation of all Security Policies, Plans and Site SOP’s
• Report Incidents immediately to Line Manager and ensure compiling of reports according to Security Policies.
• To review the recording of CCTV on a daily basis to ensure that there are no irregularities.

Qualifications
• Ability to work in a dynamic and rapidly expanding business environment;
• A minimum of 5 years of working experience; 3 years Security experience in private sector (preferably industrial sectors) with accountabilities and key measures listed above;
• Knowledge of best security practices, principles and objectives;
• Well-refined interpersonal skills;
• Security PSIRA ( Grade A) qualification.
• A working proficiency of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work among a team of peers.
• Ability to work in a challenging environment and to be connected 24/7.
• Excellent organizational skills to be able to prioritize responsibilities meet deadlines and work in a multi-task environment.

“PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in South Africa

Q What is the minimum monthly salary for Grade E security guards in South Africa in 2026?
The National Bargaining Council for the Private Security Sector sets the minimum wage at R7,125 per month for Grade E security officers working a 45-hour week, effective 1 April 2026. This is higher than the national minimum wage of R31.26 per hour. Overtime is compensated at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours.
Q What work visa do foreigners need for security guard jobs in South Africa?
Foreign nationals require a General Work Visa (previously known as Critical Skills or General visa) sponsored by a PSIRA-licensed employer, valid for 5 years maximum. Application fee is R1,520, and processing takes 8-10 weeks at a VFS centre. A job offer and SAQA-accredited qualifications evaluation are mandatory.
Q What are the eligibility requirements for entry-level security guard jobs with no experience?
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have no criminal record, and pass the PSIRA Grade E competency exam after basic training. No prior experience or matric certificate is required for Grade E. South African ID or permanent residency is needed for registration.
Q What documents are required to apply for a security guard job and PSIRA registration?
Submit certified ID copy, two ID-sized photos, proof of residential address not older than 3 months, and SAPS police clearance. PSIRA application form and fee of R320 apply, with processing in 4 weeks. Employers require these plus a medical fitness certificate.
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