Security Systems Technical Specialist
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Job Location:
Centurion - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Security Systems Technical Specialist provides specialist technical support and advisory capability to the Security Manager within AFGRI Grain Management. The role is accountable for the technical design input expansion upgrading integration reliability and lifecycle support of security systems across all AFGRI grain storage facilities.
The position exists to ensure that security technologies are fit for purpose correctly implemented reliably maintained and continuously improved while enabling the Security Manager to retain final approval authority over security designs and solutions.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING
- Grade 12
- Technical qualification in Electronic Security Systems IT Networking or Engineering
- Relevant vendor or industry certifications (advantageous)
- PSIRA registered
REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 5 years experience in electronic security systems IT infrastructure or industrial technology environments
- Experience supporting large distributed site operations (industrial agricultural or logistics environments preferred)
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
- Technical Design and Advisory Authority
- Security Systems Expansion & Upgrades
- Installation Configuration & Commissioning Oversight
- Systems Integration & Innovation
- Maintenance & System Availability
- Vendor & Service Provider Management
- Governance Compliance & Documentation
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES
- Proven experience in system integration troubleshooting and vendor coordination
- Experience working with CCTV and video management platforms
- Network infrastructure (LAN/WAN VPNs firewalls) working experience
- Access control alarms and perimeter systems
- Power resilience and backup solutions
- Systems integration and data exchange
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- Strong analytical and systems-thinking capability
- Structured problem-solving and decision support
- High attention to detail and reliability
- Ability to work independently across geographically dispersed sites
- Clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Closing Date: 17 March 2026
Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications have been unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for their interest.
The filling of this position will be aligned with AFGRIs Employment Equity Policy.
Applicants are informed that in order to be considered for any application for employment we will have to process their personal information. A law known as the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) provides that when one processes anothers personal information such collection retention dissemination and use of that persons personal information must be done in a lawful and transparent manner.
In order to give effect to this right we are under a duty to provide you with a number of details pertaining to the processing of your personal information. These details are housed under the HR Processing Notice which can be accessed and viewed on the AFGRI Group website which HR Processing Notice we request that you kindly download and read.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- CCTV
- Low Voltage
- Network Management
- IDS
- Computer Networking
- Field Service
- ICD Coding
- Military Experience
- Security
- Security System Experience
- Information Security
- Troubleshooting
About Company
AFGRI is a leading agricultural services company with core competencies to enhance, support and guide the growth of your agricultural enterprise. AFGRI, your partner for life.
