Purpose of the Role
The Security Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of company assets, personnel, materials, and operations across all sites. The role focuses on loss prevention, oversight of third-party security providers, store management, surveillance, investigations, and implementation of effective security controls and SOPs.
Key Responsibilities
Security Operations & Asset Protection
- Safeguard company assets including materials, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure across all sites.
- Monitor site security risks and implement preventive measures to minimize theft, loss, vandalism, and fraud.
- Conduct regular security inspections and risk assessments at all operational locations.
Third-Party Security Management
- Supervise and coordinate third-party security service providers to ensure compliance with contracts and company standards.
- Review security deployment, guard performance, and incident response effectiveness.
- Recommend improvements or corrective actions where gaps are identified.
Surveillance & Monitoring
- Conduct surveillance on collection trucks, yards, stores, and facilities to prevent material diversion and pilferage.
- Support the installation, monitoring, and effective use of CCTV and other security systems.
- Analyze surveillance data to identify trends and vulnerabilities.
Store & Inventory Control
- Oversee company stores to ensure proper access control, stock movement monitoring, and documentation.
- Work closely with Stores, Procurement, and Finance teams to strengthen inventory controls and reduce losses.
- Support stock audits and investigations related to variances or discrepancies.
Incident Management & Investigations
- Investigate all security-related incidents including theft, loss, vandalism, misconduct, and accidents.
- Prepare clear and timely incident reports with findings, root cause analysis, and recommendations.
- Liaise with management and law enforcement agencies where necessary.
Policies, SOPs & Compliance
- Develop, implement, and enforce security policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure all security practices comply with company policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
- Train staff on basic security awareness, loss prevention, and reporting procedures.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Prepare regular security performance and incident reports for management review.
- Track security KPIs and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support internal and external audits related to security and asset management.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Degree in Security Management, Criminology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- At least 3–5 years’ experience in a security, loss prevention, or operations role, preferably in logistics, manufacturing, or waste management.
- Experience managing third-party security providers is an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong investigative and analytical skills
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Good report writing and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently across multiple sites
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of security systems, access control, and surveillance tools