Regional Security Manager - Gauteng
Dis-Chem · Midrand, Gauteng
Posted 18 September 2026
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Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a Regional Security Manager who will lead security operations across a region, ensuring effective implementation and deployment of security controls, management of security personnel, and reduction of shrink and operational risk. Minimum Requirements…
Essential
• Diploma or certification in Security or Risk Management or 5-7 years’ experience in retail security or loss prevention. • Leadership experience advantages Responsibilities Strategy and Value delivery
• Implement regional security strategies and loss prevention initiatives. • Manage deployment and effectiveness of security guards and controllers. • Monitor store-level shrink, theft, and security risks. • Ensure effective use of security systems and tools. Leadership and collaboration
• Manage and support store-level security personnel and external service providers. • Partner with store managers, regional and divisional teams on security matters. • Collaborate with Head of Security on risk mitigation strategies. • Support and manage investigations and incident resolution. Governance and risk
• Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures. • Monitor and report on security incidents and risks. • Conduct audits and inspections of store security standards. • Escalate high-risk issues and incidents. Key Skills
• Strong operational security management capability. • Understanding of retail store operations. • Risk identification and problem-solving. • Stakeholder engagement. • Strong communication skills. Key Performance Indicators
• Commercial and Stock Performance – Regional Shrink and loss • Operational Excellence - Security incident rates and resolution Effectiveness of security, personnel, processes and controls. • Governanceand Risk - Compliance with security standards and Store safety and risk metrics • Customer outcomes – Management of security related incidentsand • Peopleand Culture – Culture Formula Special Conditions of Employment:
• South African citizen • MIE, clear criminal and credit • Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport Remuneration and benefits:
• Market related salary • Medical aid • Provident fund • Staff account ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity and Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
Package & Remuneration
Market Related About Us
Since our founding in 1978, Dis-Chem has grown into South Africa’s leading health-and-wellness retail chain — with over 20 000 employees across our stores and head office. Today, with over 300 stores across South Africa, Botswana and Namibia, Dis-Chem is the heartbeat of health, wellness and everyday value.
When you join our Retail team, you become part of a culture that blends service excellence, every-day value (our Everyday Low Price strategy) and expert support in beauty, health, sport nutrition and wellness.
When you join our Retail team, you become part of a culture that blends service excellence , every-day value (our Everyday Low Price strategy) and expert support in beauty, health, sport nutrition and wellness.
What Makes Retail at Dis-Chem exciting
- You’ll work in a store environment known for high foot-traffic, brand trust, and strong retailer reputation.
- We emphasise growth: training, development, identifying you for future leadership roles.
- You are our “front-line” – greeting customers, understanding their needs, assisting them to find the right health, wellness and beauty products.
What You Get
- A job where you directly impact people’s wellbeing and shopping-experience, not just selling stuff.
- A solid brand behind you, with a large footprint nationally, meaning real opportunities across stores.
- Training and career-pathing: entry level to senior retail/operations roles.
- Discounts and benefits: as a retail employer focused on health/wellness you’ll get priority customer pricing.
- For those who step up: possibility of moving into supervisory, store-management or even broader operations roles.
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