Intelligence Officer
Vedanta
- Aggeneys, Northern Cape, South Africa
- Mid Level
- Posted
Intelligence Officer
ROLE PROFILE
GENERAL
Date
April 2026
Location
Aggeneys, Northern Cape
Operations
BMC Shared Services
Job Grade
Paterson
C4
- / Vedanta
- M8
ROLE CONTEXT
The Intelligence Officer forms part of the HSE & ESG security function and provides operational intelligence support to protect people, assets, information and critical infrastructure.
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The role gathers, verifies, assesses and communicates security-related information from lawful internal and external sources.
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The role supports prevention and response relating to theft, fraud, illegal mining, organised crime, vandalism, unauthorised access, community-related security risks and threats to business continuity.
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The position works under the direction of the Security Coordinator and interfaces with Operations, HSE, ESG, Community Relations, HR, Legal, Supply Chain, IT and relevant law-enforcement agencies.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
To collect, evaluate, analyse and report security intelligence that enables proactive risk mitigation, informed decision-making and effective incident prevention across VZI/BMM operations.
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Produce timely intelligence assessments, alerts and actionable recommendations.
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Maintain lawful, ethical and confidential intelligence processes and records.
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Support investigations and security operations through evidence-based intelligence.
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Monitor emerging threats and patterns that may affect employees, operations, assets or reputation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Intelligence Collection & Source Management
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Develop and maintain an approved intelligence collection plan aligned to site security risks.
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Gather information through lawful sources, observations, incident data, access-control records, open-source information and approved stakeholder networks.
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Assess source reliability and information credibility before dissemination.
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Protect source identities and sensitive information in accordance with authorisation and confidentiality requirements.
- Intelligence Analysis & Threat Assessment
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Collate and analyse information to identify patterns, linkages, vulnerabilities and emerging threats.
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Prepare threat assessments, risk alerts, incident profiles, trend reports and intelligence briefs.
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Maintain threat registers, hotspot maps, subject or entity records and intelligence action logs.
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Translate findings into practical recommendations for security deployment and risk controls.
- Support to Investigations
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Provide intelligence support for theft, fraud, collusion, illegal mining, access breaches, vandalism and other security incidents.
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Develop timelines, association charts and incident linkages using verified information.
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Assist with interview preparation and the identification of relevant records, witnesses and evidence sources.
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Maintain the integrity, confidentiality and traceability of intelligence and investigation records.
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- Surveillance & Operational Support
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Support authorised surveillance, observation and information-gathering activities in line with approved procedures.
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Provide pre-operational intelligence for patrols, escorts, searches, access-control operations and special security interventions.
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Monitor identified high-risk areas, routes, assets and activities and escalate material threats promptly.
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Participate in operational debriefs and capture lessons for future risk mitigation.
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- Stakeholder & Law-Enforcement Liaison
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Maintain professional working relationships with approved internal stakeholders, security business partners and relevant law-enforcement structures.
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Exchange information only through authorised channels and within legal and company requirements.
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Support joint threat assessments and coordinated responses when authorised by the Security Coordinator.
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Record material engagements, information requests and commitments.
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- Information Governance & Confidentiality
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Maintain secure intelligence files, databases, registers and distribution records.
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Apply need-to-know, access-control, retention and secure-disposal principles to sensitive information.
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Ensure information gathering and processing complies with POPIA, RICA, applicable criminal law, PSIRA requirements and company policies.
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Immediately report suspected information compromise, conflicts of interest or unethical conduct.
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- Reporting & Early Warning
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Issue timely intelligence alerts where credible threats require immediate action.
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Compile daily, weekly and monthly intelligence products and contribute to security dashboards and KPI reporting.
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Track changes in threat level and the effectiveness of implemented controls.
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Brief the Security Coordinator and authorised stakeholders clearly, objectively and without unsupported conclusions.
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- Security Risk & Control Assurance
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Support security risk assessments, vulnerability reviews and control testing.
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Identify gaps in physical security, access control, contractor controls, asset movement and information protection.
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Monitor agreed intelligence-related actions and provide evidence for closure.
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Participate in audits and provide accurate, auditable records.
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- Community, ESG & Human Rights
Monitor security-related social risks and community developments through lawful and approved channels.
Ensure intelligence activities respect human rights, dignity and company ESG commitments.
Avoid discriminatory profiling and base assessments on verified conduct, events and risk indicators.
Refer grievances or community matters through the appropriate governance channels.
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- Safety, Health & Environmental Compliance
Comply with the Mine Health and Safety Act, site rules, critical controls and Zero Harm requirements.
Participate in risk assessments, incident reviews, emergency exercises and required safety engagements.
Plan field activities with appropriate authorisation, communication and personal safety controls.
Perform any other reasonable security-intelligence duties within the scope and grade of the role.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Qualifications
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National Diploma or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification in Security Management, Policing, Criminology, Forensic Investigation, Risk Management or a related field.
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PSIRA registration at Grade B or higher, where applicable to the position.
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Recognised intelligence analysis, investigation, interviewing, surveillance or forensic training is advantageous.
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Valid driver’s licence and medical fitness for the operational environment.
Experience
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At least 4–6 years’ relevant experience in security intelligence, crime intelligence, investigations or protective security, preferably in mining, industrial or critical-infrastructure operations.
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Practical experience in information verification, threat assessment, incident analysis and intelligence reporting.
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Experience working with multidisciplinary stakeholders and, where authorised, law-enforcement agencies.
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Experience handling confidential information and maintaining secure case or intelligence records.
Technical Competence
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Intelligence cycle: direction, collection, collation, evaluation, analysis, dissemination and review.
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Threat and vulnerability assessment, trend analysis, link analysis, timeline development and intelligence briefing.
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Investigation support, evidence awareness, chain-of-custody principles and records management.
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Working knowledge of POPIA, RICA, the Criminal Procedure Act, PSIRA requirements, the Mine Health and Safety Act and applicable company procedures.
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Competence in Microsoft Office, structured reporting, databases and approved security systems.
Behavioural
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High integrity, discretion and respect for confidentiality.
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Objective, analytical and evidence-based judgement.
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Clear written and verbal communication, including concise briefings.
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Alert, observant, methodical and able to prioritise under operational pressure.
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Professional stakeholder engagement and appropriate assertiveness.
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Respect for human rights, lawful conduct and non-discriminatory security practice.
Organisational Fit
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Demonstrates the Vedanta Group Values 2.0 framework (CIIAO): Care, Integrity, Innovation, Agility and Ownership.
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Supports a safe, secure and ESG-compliant operating environment.
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Protects confidential information and exercises sound judgement within delegated authority.
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Builds trusted working relationships without compromising independence or objectivity.
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Delivers accurate, timely and actionable intelligence products.