Deputy Head of Security

Job Title: Deputy Head of Security

Location: Ibese Plant
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• Oversee and ensure the physical security protocols for the various facilities, valuable assets, critical installations, and all personnel within the designated plant location.
• This encompasses implementing security measures, conducting regular assessments of security systems, and collaborating with local law enforcement when necessary to safeguard the premises against potential threats.
• Your role will be vital in maintaining a safe and secure environment for all operations within the plant.

Requirements
Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop work schedules for Security Officers in assigned plant in line with the approved security plan and program.
• Conduct physical inspection/ review of plant environs to identify potential security threats and incidences.
• Ensure plant’s facilities, assets, installations and personnel are secure in compliance with approved security policies and procedures.
• Respond to security requests/ emergency situations and take adequate steps to resolve security issues.
• Oversee and direct the activities of Security Officers to ensure adherence to defined work schedule.
• Participate in relevant programs at designated plant to nurture a security-conscious culture among employees.
• Mobilise Security Officers to carry out detailed investigations of security incidents.
• Deal with reports of suspicious or potential risk observations, and escalate to the Plant Director where necessary.
• Coordinate the provision of first level fire-fighting support in the incidence of fire breakout at the plant.
• Ensure all security occurrences are properly documented, records maintained and reported.
• Provide timely information to the Plant Director for development and dissemination of security and incident reports.
• Provide justification for the unit’s operating expenses and obtain the required approval.
• Submit periodic activity reports to the Plant Director.
• Liaises with other security agencies to ensure effective support to the company’s operations.
• Articulates the training and logistics needs for the Security Department’s optimal functions.
• Forges strong and firm connections between departments by reducing friction.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Management.

Key Requirements

• Education and Work Experience: Minimum Rank of a Colonel or equivalent in the Armed Forces.

Skills and Competencies:

• Basic understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the cement manufacturing industry.
• A sound understanding of DCP’s security requirements and the ability to deploy best-fit systems.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of security systems and law enforcement practices.
• Sound knowledge of physical and security risk management approaches
• Ability to think strategically and holistically
• Very good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to pay adequate attention to detail.