Security Officer

Division/Department: Human Resource & Administration

Position reports to: Head of HR & Administration

Position Supervises: Security  Assistant

JOB PURPOSE:                                 

To coordinate security functions within the Company premises, and carry out security investigative assignments whenever necessary.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

a)      Develop and implement efficient and effective security systems, plans and policies for the company in close liaison with the Head of HR & Administration.

b)      Conduct security risk assessments for all Company offices, residences, and depots

c)      Responsible for the Company’s fire-fighting system/ team, and ensure that all fire fighting equipment are kept in a working condition in close liaison with the Head of Production.

d)      Plan and effectively supervise the work of both Company and contracted security firm.

e)      Liaise with the service providers and internal departments to ensure appropriate use of the security systems and also monitoring of the security systems maintenance as per the SLAs.

f)       Conduct training/briefing on safety and security procedures to ensure personnel are familiar with and adhere to security guidelines and precautions.

g)      Carry out security investigations in cases of loss of Company property or lapse of security as instructed from time to time.

h)     Maintain security records and examine the gate registers to monitor traffic flow into and out of the Company premises.

i)       Effectively ensure safe custody of all Company assets within Company premises.

j)       Provide the Company security guards on-the-job training.

k)     Prepare and submit monthly security reports and any other report that may be required from time to time.

l)       Liaise with local stakeholders and community leaders in process of gathering and verifying security information.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

(i). Diploma in Security Management

(ii). KCSE Certificate with at least minimum C- (Minus)

(iii). Served for a minimum of three (3) years in reputable security firm or disciplined force at the rank of sergeant or above

(iv). Kenya Police/Military/NYS training or other similar institution.

(v). A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police

Competencies and attributes

Proficiency in computer applications.

Surveillance, safety, first aid and firefighting skills.

Customer Centric with high level of professionalism.

Excellent investigative and report writing skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Alertness, agile and physically fit.