Security Guard at Lagos Business School (LBS)

Lagos Business School is committed to creating and transmitting management and business knowledge based on a Christian conception of the human person and of economic activity relevant to Nigeria and Africa at large. We strive to be a world class business school which will have a significant impact on the practice of management.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Security Guard

Location: Ajah, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Summary

• To protect the lives, property, and assets of the School by maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, students, visitors, and other stakeholders.
• The role is responsible for preventing and responding to security incidents, enforcing security policies and procedures, monitoring access to School premises, and supporting emergency preparedness to ensure the uninterrupted achievement of the School’s strategic and operational objectives.

Job Responsibilities
The candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Conduct security patrols and guarding of the school premises
• Maintain access control at the school gate and relevant areas.
• Investigate vandalism, monitor and question suspects within the premises and report accordingly.
• Maintain incident report register.
• Facilitate fire evacuation and emergency services.
• Maintain orderliness, traffic control and safety in Car Park areas.
• Ensure proactive fire incident prevention especially during close of work.
• Assist visitors requiring direction or general enquiries by directing them to the appropriate staff.
• Monitor CCTV in line with regulations.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Ensure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises
• Provide excellent customer service
• Adhere to all company service and operating standards
• Remain in compliance with local, state and federal regulations
• Respond to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers
• Protect the company’s assets relative to theft, assault, fire and other safety issues
• Follow procedures for various initiatives, including fire prevention, property patrol, traffic control and accident investigations
• Other related security and safety matters to be assigned by line manager

Qualification and Experience

• Candidates should possess a minimum of a Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalent. A National Diploma (ND) in Security Management, Criminology, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Candidates should also have at least three (3) years’ relevant experience in a corporate, educational, or security services environment.
• The Security Officer should possess strong observation, vigilance, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to respond effectively to security incidents and emergencies.
• The role requires good communication and interpersonal skills, integrity, physical fitness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

The candidate should also possess the following competencies:

• Working knowledge of MS office
• Sound oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Punctuality and loyalty.
• knowledge of surveillance and intelligence operations
• Knowledge of relevant regulations on use of CCTV and communication gadgets
• Knowledge of risk assessment and fire evacuation procedure
• Knowledge of Health and safety regulations
• Customer Service and protocols
• Teamwork and collaboration.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a Cover letter and their CV, including certified copies of qualifications, to: careers@lbs.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note

• Individuals from previously disadvantaged population groups are encouraged to apply.
• The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.
• The University retains the right to verify all information provided by candidates.
• Should you not receive a reply within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.