Director, Safety and Security at a Premium Security Company - You Centred Consulting

You Centred Consulting - Our client is a premium, innovation-led, technology-centred security risk solutions group who combine deep knowledge of security risk management and global best practice.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director, Safety and Security

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time / Permanent
Start Date: Immediately

Role Overview

• The Safety and Security Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's safety and security programs to ensure the protection of personnel, assets, and information.
• Safety protocols will be established following consultation with the ESG Manager.
• This role requires strategic thinking, leadership, and a proactive approach to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Key Responsibilities
Risk Assessment and Management:

• Conduct regular risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate identified risks.
• KPI: Reduction in the number and severity of identified risks.

Policy Development and Compliance:

• Develop, update, and communicate safety and security policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and industry standards.
• KPI: Completion of policy updates and adherence to compliance standards.

Emergency Response Planning:

• Develop and maintain emergency response and crisis management plans.
• Conduct regular drills and exercises to test the effectiveness of plans.
• KPI: Successful completion of planned drills and exercises.

Physical Security Measures:

• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of physical security measures.
• Monitor access control systems, surveillance systems, and perimeter security.
• KPI: Maintenance of effective physical security systems.

Incident Investigations:

• Conduct or oversee investigations into security incidents, breaches, or violations.
• Ensure timely and thorough reporting on investigation outcomes.
• KPI: Timely resolution and documentation of security incidents.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and manage the security team, providing guidance and training.
• Monitor team performance and address training needs.
• KPI: Team performance evaluations and professional development metrics.

Budget Management:

• Develop and manage the safety and security budget.
• Allocate resources effectively to address priorities.
• KPI: Adherence to budgetary constraints and efficient resource utilization.

Compliance Monitoring:

• Stay informed about changes in laws and regulations related to safety and security.
• Conduct regular compliance audits.
• KPI: Successful completion of compliance audits.

Communication and Training:

• Communicate safety and security information to employees and stakeholders.
• Conduct training sessions to enhance awareness and preparedness.
• KPI: Completion of scheduled training sessions and improvement in awareness metrics.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant field.
• At least 15 years’ Experience
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPP) may be preferred.
• Extensive experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Application Closing Date
15th December, 2023.