**Required Qualifications & Experience ****

• Bachelor's Degree in Security Management, Criminology, Law, Business Administration, or a related field. 

• Professional security certification will be an added advantage. 

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in security management, law enforcement, military service, or a related field. 

• Experience managing teams and security operations. 

Key Competencies **

• Strong leadership, team management and supervisory skills. 

• Excellent investigative and analytical abilities. 

• Knowledge of security systems and risk management practices. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving. 

• Strong report writing and communication skills. 

• Conflict resolution and decision-making skills. 

• High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and security management systems. 

**Security Operations Management ****

• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards. 

• Manage all security personnel and contracted security service providers.  

• Oversee daily security operations across all company premises. 

• Ensure effective access control, surveillance, and monitoring systems are in place and functioning properly. 

• Ensure the protection of company assets, including material stocks, machinery, vehicles, warehouses, Weighbridges and offices.  

• Coordinate security coverage for all company facilities and activities. 

• Plan and manage security budgets and resource allocation.  

Risk Assessment and Loss Prevention ****

• Conduct regular security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses. 

• Conduct regular security audits and inspections.  

• Identify potential security threats and recommend mitigation measures. 

• Develop and implement loss prevention strategies to minimize theft, fraud, vandalism, and other security incidents. 

• Investigate security breaches and recommend corrective actions. 

• Monitor CCTV systems, access control systems, and alarm systems.  

Personnel Management ****

• Supervise, train, and evaluate security officers and supervisors. 

• Prepare duty rosters and ensure adequate staffing levels. 

• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and development opportunities. 

• Enforce discipline and adherence to security procedures among security staff. 

Incident Management and Investigations ****

• Lead investigations into security incidents, accidents, thefts, fraud, vandalism, misconduct and other breaches 

• Prepare detailed incident and investigation reports. 

• Liaise with law enforcement agencies and other relevant authorities when necessary. 

• Ensure timely reporting and resolution of security-related matters. 

• Conduct risk assessments and recommend appropriate security measures.  

• Develop, maintain and coordinate emergency response and crisis management plans including fire, accidents, and security threats.. 

• Coordinate fire safety, evacuation drills, and emergency response activities. 

• Ensure readiness for emergencies including fire, medical emergencies, and security threats. 

Compliance and Reporting ****

• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and applicable laws and regulations. 

• Prepare periodic security reports and present recommendations to management. 

• Monitor security budgets and control security-related expenditures. 

• Maintain accurate records of security incidents, investigations, and personnel activities. 

• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations. 

Stakeholder Engagement **

• Work closely with department heads to address security concerns. 

• Liaise with external security service providers, government agencies and local administration on security matters. 

• Liaise with law enforcement agencies  

• Promote security awareness among employees including security awareness training for employees.