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André Erasmus
Security & Risk Manager
Gansbaai,WC
Summary
I matriculated in 1980, served in the SAPS from 01/1981 to March 1996 (16 years) and exited as a Detective Captain – primarily in the Criminal Investigation Department. During this time, I was attached to various branches in different ranks namely Theft Unit, House-breaking & Theft Unit, Fraud Unit, Vehicle Theft Unit, Murder & Robbery Unit, Anti-Corruption Unit and heading a Fraud Branch. I am an accredited Grade A Security official since 1996; has served in various sectors within the Private Security Industry – amongst others: Banking Sector Sector, Industrial & Retail , Estate Security, Mining Security (Surface level & Underground) and, during this period, held positions as Investigator, Site Manager, Contract Manager, Bank Coordinator, Project Manager, Area Manager, Operations Manager, Quality Control Manager and Acting Branch Manager.
Professional security expert with strong focus on safeguarding assets and ensuring workplace safety. Skilled in risk assessment, threat mitigation, and emergency response planning. Valued for collaborative approach, adaptability, and delivering measurable results in high-pressure environments. Known for reliability, leadership, and effective communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1993
1993
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Contract Manager
Bidvest Protea Coin: Black Rock Mine Operations
09.2020 - 06.2025
- Access Control Procedures, Closed Circuit Television Monitoring, Electronic Security Systems, Control Room Monitoring, alarms & Off-site monitoring
- Effective & sufficient management and training of staff to ensure a disciplined, committed and motivated staffing complement
- Customer liaison & satisfaction
- Management of Service Level Agreement & Key Performance Indicators
- ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Knowledge of Financial Reports & Budgeting
- Legislation – Criminal & Internal (Labor Relations Act)
- Loss Control & Risk Management: Identify, analyze and interpretation of Security risks & Safety hazards
- Pro-actively institute strategies and preventative measures aimed at mitigation of risks with the aim on asset protection
- Conducting of investigations – both criminal as well as internal / departmental
- Giving evidence in court as well as representing Company at CCMA
Area Manager
Thorburn Security Solutions: Western Cape
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Recruitment, selection & vetting of staff
- Access Control Procedures, Closed Circuit Television Monitoring, Electronic Security Systems, Control Room Monitoring, alarms & Off-site monitoring
- Effective & sufficient management and training of staff to ensure a disciplined, committed and motivated staffing complement
- Customer liaison
- Management of Service Level Agreement & Key Performance Indicators
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Knowledge of Financial Reports & Budgeting
- Loss Control & Risk Management: Identify, analysis and interpretation of Security risks & Safety hazards
- Conducting of investigations – both criminal as well as internal / departmental
Regional Security Manager
Tsebo Facilities Solutions: ABSA Bank – Western Region
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Protection of reputational risk of both Absa Bank & Tsebo Facilities Solutions
- Customer focus with reference to customer expectations, requests and instructions
- Customer engagement to discuss current challenges and or matters as well as planning of new initiatives
- Engagement with suppliers and quality control by service providers
- Interaction with all role-players to ensure compliance to service level agreements
- Financial controls to protect guaranteed maximum price
Security Manager - Mining & QMS Compliance
Thorburn Security Solutions: Mining Sector & V&A Waterfront
03.2013 - 08.2019
- Access Control Procedures, Closed Circuit Television Monitoring, Electronic Security Systems, Control Room Monitoring, alarms & Off-site monitoring
- Effective & sufficient management and training of staff to ensure a disciplined, committed and motivated staffing complement
- Customer liaison & satisfaction
- Management of Service Level Agreement & Key Performance Indicators
- ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Knowledge of Financial Reports & Budgeting
- Legislation – Criminal & Internal (Labor Relations Act)
- Loss Control & Risk Management: Identify, analysis and interpretation of Security risks & Safety hazards
- Pro-actively institute strategies and preventative measures aimed at mitigation of risks with the aim on asset protection
- Conducting of investigations – both criminal as well as internal / departmental
- Giving evidence in court as well as representing Company at CCMA
Security Manager
Protea Coin Group (Motor & Warehouse Industry) @ BMW Rosslyn
12.2010 - 03.2013
- Responsible for all aspects of security with reference to recruitment & selection
- Compiling of Access Control Procedures & training of staff & client liaison
Security Manager
Langa Lethu Risk Management / Magnum Shield (Mining Sector) Middelburg
02.2008 - 11.2010
- Responsible for all aspects of Mining security with reference to recruitment & selection, Compiling of Access Control Procedures & training of staff & client liaison
Operations Manager
Protea Coin Group (Cash in Transit) Centurion
06.2007 - 09.2007
- Responsible for all aspects of Cash in Transit with reference to enforcement of procedures, vehicle-fleet, control of firearms and client liaison
Operations Manager
Magnum Shield Security (Gauteng North Division)
06.1997 - 04.2007
- Started as Bank Coordinator, promoted to Area Manager and promoted to Operations Manager – also ‘Acting Branch Manager’
- Responsible for all aspects of physical security – overseeing 6 Area Managers, Training Department, Logistical Department and Wages Department & client liaison
Education
National Diploma - Policing
Technikon SA
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Technical High School Daniël Pienaar
Uitenhage, Eastern CapeSkills
Strategic planning
Certification
Legal Liability Training – 2016 – Saacosh (Mine Health & Safety Act)
References
References and / or proof of qualifications will be made available on request
I enjoy spending time-off outdoors.
I was awarded 'Most Dedicated Manager'
Firearm Competencies: Both Personal Use & Business Purpose
SAMTRAC Course
Timeline
Contract Manager
Bidvest Protea Coin: Black Rock Mine Operations
09.2020 - 06.2025
Area Manager
Thorburn Security Solutions: Western Cape
03.2020 - 09.2020
Regional Security Manager
Tsebo Facilities Solutions: ABSA Bank – Western Region
09.2019 - 03.2020
Security Manager - Mining & QMS Compliance
Thorburn Security Solutions: Mining Sector & V&A Waterfront
03.2013 - 08.2019
Security Manager
Protea Coin Group (Motor & Warehouse Industry) @ BMW Rosslyn
12.2010 - 03.2013
Security Manager
Langa Lethu Risk Management / Magnum Shield (Mining Sector) Middelburg
02.2008 - 11.2010
Operations Manager
Protea Coin Group (Cash in Transit) Centurion
06.2007 - 09.2007
Operations Manager
Magnum Shield Security (Gauteng North Division)
06.1997 - 04.2007
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Technical High School Daniël Pienaar
National Diploma - Policing
Technikon SA
Accomplishments
Awarded 'Most Dedicated Manager' - Magnum Shield Security
- Achieved 95% on average in respect of Service Level Agreement with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Effectively managed a team of 320 staff members.
- Documented and resolved 'illicit mining activities' which led to several recoveries of product and apprehension of illicit traders.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leaveQuote
"The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionable integrity"
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Software
Google Workspace
Outlook (E-mail communication)
Internet Browsing
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hiking
I love to explore hiking-trails or just wondering alongside beaches & the bushveld
Interests
Sport
Outdoor Activities
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