Security Manager at Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED)

Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED), a leading multi-million dollar Company in the Electrical Power and Construction Sectors and has a highly skilled and motivated workforce of over 300 employees, who are committed to the client's quest to be the No. 1 and preferred African owned electricity solutions provider in Africa.

The company is positioned for timely and efficient delivery of turnkey electricity projects to its esteemed customers. This is a rare opportunity to work for a sector leader and lead a "best-in-class" team of engineers, be an integral part of the company, and make a difference with the businesses and communities it serves.

We are committed to growing profitably and sustainably while providing its customers with an efficient and reliable supply of power. To achieve this, we need passionate, motivated and smart professionals, who share our values and our vision; to fill the position below:

Job Title: Security Manager

Job Code: 137
Location: Port Harcourt
Department/Division: Administrations
Reports to: Head Administration

Position Summary

• We needs a Security Manager who can develop sources and maintain liaison with appropriate law enforcement and intelligence officials as well as peers in the public and private sector, Identify and assess emerging threats, weaknesses and opportunities which could impact security operations and manage self-inspections, compliance audits and security inspections of facility by government agencies.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe and secure environment for customers and employees by establishing and enforcing security policies and procedures, supervising the security guard force.
• Develop sources and maintain liaison with appropriate law enforcement and intelligence officials as well as peers in the public and private sector.
• Assess program security risk to develop appropriate security strategy.
• Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of special security programs.
• Identify and assess emerging threats, weaknesses and opportunities which could impact security operations.
• Manage self-inspections, compliance audits and security inspections of facility by government agencies.
• Lead, train and evaluate all security staff and organization personnel with security duties
• Establish Security measures to serve as a benchmark for consistency in enforcing security policies and regulations

Performance Profile
The most important performance objective for this position is …

30 Day Milestone:

• Establish Security processes and/or structures
• Security audit on the security status of all of PHED’s assets
• Aligning and liaising with Federal and state agencies to ensure that PHED is adequately supported at all times.
• Establish Monthly meetings held at IBC premises to address concerns, and to update IBC head on the latest security and safety issues.
• Provide graphical analysis and/or detailed monthly reports clearly stating the overall performance of security services on PHED premises.
• Review status and recommend technologies that will aid in securing PHED staff and properties

90 Day Milestone:

• Provide quarterly reviews on prevailing security conditions, audits and make recommendations.
• Implementation & Maintenance of Key Performance Index (KPI) in key areas of Health/Safety/Environment.

Qualifications ( Experience, Knowledge & Skills)
Qualification:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Management, Social Sciences or a related discipline.

Experience:

• Ten (10) years experiences in security management.
• Prior work experience in Military Intelligence or as a senior functionary in a security outfit is advantage.

Competence:

• Transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems;
• Investigative and analytical techniques, procedures and requirements.

The following will also be highly regarded:

• Academic honors, awards, scholarships & prizes
• Strong commitment to a career in the power sector
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong team skills with demonstrated leadership skills

Remuneration
This position provides a comprehensive compensation package including a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.

Application Closing Date
21st June, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Selection Process
There are three key stages to the process:

• Stage One: Application and Pre-screening
• Stage Two: Competency-based Interview
• Stage Three: Technical Assessment Center