Job Summary

We are seeking to recruit a Security Manager who will be responsible for overseeing security operations of organizations by offering assets protection for our client’s business and prevention of theft and inventory while supervising all security personnel. The incumbent will develop and implement security strategies, implement security procedures, and supervise outsourced security officers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the Security Solutions Business Unit to deliver exceptional value to our clients with a clear focus on service delivery and customer support;
• Lead in the development and controlling of budgets for security operations and monitor expenses
• Develop organizational arrangements, systems and processes to enable the efficient and effective deployment of resources in line with business Quality Assurance and growth requirements – Responsible for adherence to Business Security Management System processes and making changes;
• Develop and implement effective safety security policies and ensure implementation of the same;
• Ensure proper onboarding of new security officers
• Develop and execute compliance processes in line with the client’s policies, standards, guidelines and relevant legal and regulatory requirements;
• Manage client relations by giving regular updates and convening meetings to ensure compliance with service delivery expectations;
• Work within the senior management team in development and achievement of security collective goals
• Conducts thorough investigation on incidences and generate report on the same for resolution. Handle site security incidents, escalations or any other security related issues.;
• Ensure compliance and certification of any security personnel as per required regulatory and legal guidelines;
• Provide leadership and direction for security team. Manage staff up-skilling within the department to meet current and planned outputs;
• Build and maintain talent infrastructure and employee development by assessing capability, identifying gaps and designing training programs;
• Develop and motivate the security teams fostering a high level of co-operation with other senior managers

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

• Degree in Security Management or any other relevant course
• A minimum of six years in high level security with a minimum of two years in security tasking management.
• Experience in managing a contract guard force.
• Working knowledge of multiple security functions and security driven technology solutions with a proven track recorded in security management, planning and coordinating.
• Enthusiastic and committed approach with a track record of building strong, trusted base relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• A sound working knowledge of security best practice and legislation affecting the security role.
• Strong management and leadership skills together with excellent communication, influencing, negotiating and engagement skills.

Fire Marshal to perform fire and arson investigations, fire inspections, and make sure that the buildings follow relevant fire codes in case of an emergency.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing scheduled walk through inspections and/or testing of all client owned/leased facilities by interpreting and applying the subject matter of International and National Fire and Sprinkler Codes (where applicable), while also enforcing Bank standards, policies, and procedures.
• Making notation of any items, practices, or features that would adversely affect staff from a fire/safety/security standpoint. Actively documents and immediately reports these items, practices or features.
• Witnessing, documenting, and participating in Fire and Life Safety systems testing for new/existing systems and testing of repaired or upgraded systems to ensure that they function to meet the design specification and are code compliant/meet Bank standards.
• Assisting in the investigations of safety and fire incidents and prepare reports on same.
• Preparing and submit reports on results of the various inspections and tests, as required.
• Assisting the Senior Fire Marshall with review and provides comments on blueprints and construction plans that affect the protective systems in all client-owned, leased, or retrofitted space on current, upgraded, or redesigned fire safety systems.
• Assisting with coordination and escort for visits/inspections of the Clients Insurance Underwriters.
• Assisting the Contract Manager in coordinating/executing Emergency Evacuation/Shelter-In-Place as outlined in the office’s Emergency & Fire Safety Plan.

Assisting the Contract Manager in the management of the Office Emergency Warden and Special Care Programs.

• Assisting the Contract Manager with training on use/functionality of the various security technology and fire life safety systems deployed within the Office. Assists in the training, awareness, and education of staff/contractors of the roles & responsibilities of the emergency warden, as outlined in the Bank’s Emergency & Fire Safety Plan.
• Ensuring that all information recorded on all checklists and journals are entered neatly, correctly and complete prior to submitting reports.
• Responsible for knowing/understanding/executing policies and procedures outlined by the Bank and where outlined by handbooks and executive memos
• Responsible for submitting & maintaining clear, concise, and accurate reports of inspections, testing results, deficiencies observed/corrected, and maintains an up to date inventory of devices and systems deployed within the Bank environment
• Performing such other duties as required by the Corporate Security Specialist.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in a fire protection or Post-secondary education in technology or any other relevant course.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) and open source databases
• Familiarity with modern mobile technologies and standard computer software applications.
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience in working with fire/sprinkler/safety systems.
• Effective organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong written and oral communication skills.
• Have an English capability at S4 for speaking and S3 for reading as outlined in Section 21 of the SOW.
• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and analyze problems; identify problems and provide clear concise solutions.
• Be self-motivated and possess a strong initiative and willingness to learn along with follow through discipline
• Ability to routinely walk the entirety of the clients’ high-rise office building in order to inspect all spaces.