Junior Technician - Secunda

G4S Secure Solutions (SA), a leading provider of integrated security management solutions, has a vacancy for a Junior Technician based at our operations in Secunda, Mpumalanga reporting to the Regional Technical Manager.

The successful incumbent is a self-starter with a proven track record in maintaining company policy, adopting best practices, and is able to exercise sound judgement in the pursuit of the achievement of the goals of the organisation, and understanding the role which the Junior Technician plays within a successful business unit. The incumbent will be expected to be results driven and to live the values of the organisation.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, but SA citizens will have a distinct advantage.

Main Responsibilities

Effective administration of the technology contract to ensure sound financial performance

• Conform and adhere to the profitability of contracts with a focus on records and hours.

Contract Margin administration

i. Billable hours

ii. Job Cards

• Coordinate and complete administration for the contract and invoice documentation and ensure accuracy of information

Effective management of operations

• Complete daily tasks with close monitoring of standards and hours of subordinates.

Client retention and customer service levels

i. Maintenance of positive customer relationships

• Quality Management/ Ops Process management – adherence to quality standard

Effective management of business development function

New business development

i. Identifying new business opportunities in the region’s sphere of operations, as well as in terms of growth of business with existing customers.

Health and Safety

• Participate in the design/ development/ review/ implementation and monitoring of the branch/region/national safety plans for each year.
• Participate in safety forums created by the company for example safety meetings and safety talks.
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
• Discuss all safety incidents on all levels
• Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety
• meeting/committee/representative/management
• Attend safety education and refresher programmes
• Comply with safety policies and procedures at workplace
• Distribute safety information as and when required
• Wear protective clothing all the time

Qualification and Experience

• Grade 12
• A valid Driver's License
• Formal Security Management Training advantageous
• Electronic Security Services Management (2-3 years Management or similar)
• Extensive experience with regards to implementation of the following systems:

I. CCTV

II. Access Control

III. Intruder Detection

IV. Fire Detection

V. Fire Suppression

Software Knowledge Level

• Knowledge of Time and Attendance.
• Knowledge of Access Control.
• Knowledge of CCTV
• Knowledge base on communication protocols i.e. TCP/IP.
• Basic Computer literacy and proficiency.

i. Windows 98 / 2000 / XP / Vista / Windows 7

ii. MS Office Suite (Full)

CCTV

Access Control

Hardware Knowledge Level

• Knowledge of Time and Attendance Hardware
• Knowledge of Access Control Hardware.
• Knowledge of CCTV
• Knowledge of Electric Fencing
• Knowledge of Gate Motors
• Knowledge of Intercoms
• Knowledge of PA systems
• Knowledge base on communication protocol wiring i.e. CAT5.

Hardware knowledge on the following:

CCTV

Alarms

Electric Fencing

Access Control

Gate Motors

Intercom

PA systems

Skills and Attributes

• Managing Conflict
• Communication (Written and Verbal)
• Negotiation
• Computer literacy
• Delivering objectives

Remuneration and benefits will be commensurate with the seniority of the role and in compliance with company remuneration policy and practice.