Security Manager

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/EXPERTISE:

ü  NVQ-J Level 5 Certification or Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering Security Management or Management Studies or equivalent

ü  Training/Certification in Industrial Security

ü  Certified Physical Professional and/or Physical Security Professional Board Certification

ü  At least three (3) years’ relevant experience for mastering the demand of the functions. The experience ideally should be gained from an industry/environment similar to what prevails at HEART/NSTA Trust

KEY COMPETENCIES:

ü  Ability to analyse, diagnose, troubleshoot and provide practical solutions

ü  Ability to use security systems such as DVRs, NVRs, CCTVs, body scanners, intrusion systems, panic systems, access controls and searchlights

ü  Knowledge of the local laws and regulations

KEY DUTIES:

ü  Updates security procedures manual periodically and ensures timely dissemination to all locations

ü  Assesses security needs of each location ensuring appropriate infrastructure and adequate manpower are in place

ü  Conducts Security audits and makes recommendations/initiates corrective/preventative measures for weaknesses identified

ü  Maintains a safe and secure environment for customers and employees by establishing and enforcing security policies and procedures; monitoring of the security guard force

ü  Leads the Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the renewal of the Security Contract in keeping with the Government of Jamaica (GoJ) procurement guidelines

ü  Provides advice on the design of Training programmes and facilitates the conduct of Security Education and Security Management Training for Staff and Trainees and Security providers

ü  Establishes monitoring mechanisms to assess compliance and initiates enforcement strategies where necessary