About this role
Security Officer
Job Type Full Time Qualification Diploma , Vocational
Experience
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Security / Intelligence
Job Summary
We are looking for a disciplined, alert, and responsible Security Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for protecting company employees, premises, assets, equipment, and materials while maintaining a safe and secure working environment. The ideal candidate should have a strong security background, good physical fitness, high integrity, and the ability to remain calm and professional when handling security incidents.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor and control access to company premises, including employees, visitors, contractors and vehicles.
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Conduct security checks and inspections at designated areas.
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Verify identification, passes, delivery documents and other relevant documentation.
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Maintain accurate security registers, occurrence books and incident reports.
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Patrol company premises and identify potential security risks or safety concerns.
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Monitor movement of company property, materials, equipment and vehicles in and out of the premises.
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Respond promptly and appropriately to security incidents, emergencies and suspicious activities.
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Report security breaches, incidents, losses and other irregularities to the Security Supervisor/Management.
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Monitor CCTV and other security systems where applicable.
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Support emergency response procedures, including fire, accidents, unauthorized access and other incidents.
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Maintain order and discipline within the assigned security area.
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Work closely with employees, visitors, contractors and external security service providers.
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Support investigations by preserving relevant information and reporting incidents accurately.
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Perform any other security-related duties assigned by the supervisor.
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Qualifications and Requirements
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Certificate/Diploma in Security Management, Criminology, or a related field will be an added advantage.
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Prior paramilitary, disciplined forces, or structured security training is highly preferred.
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Candidates with NYS training or equivalent paramilitary/security training are encouraged to apply.
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Previous experience in security, preferably within a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or large commercial environment, is an added advantage.
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Good physical fitness and ability to work for extended periods while standing or patrolling.
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Strong observation and situational-awareness skills.
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Good communication and interpersonal skills.
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High level of integrity, discipline, confidentiality and professionalism.
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Ability to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and nights when required.
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Must be able to work effectively under pressure and respond appropriately to emergencies.
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Preferred Candidate Profile
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Disciplined and physically fit.
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Alert, observant, and proactive.
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Reliable and trustworthy.
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Able to follow security procedures and instructions.
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Good understanding of access control, patrol procedures, incident reporting and emergency response.
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Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment will be an advantage.
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