Security Officer at Embu Water And Sanitation Company

JOB REFERENCE: EWASCO/HR/CORP/ C001/2026

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise duties undertaken by the Assistant security Officers.

Operational Responsibilities

• Implementing security services, practices and procedures within the Company premises.
• Securing premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, equipment and access points
• Developing and implementing standard operating procedures for reporting, and dealing with incidents when applicable
• Ensuring that all the office windows are closed every day after the end of operations.
• Securing all exits, doors and windows after end of operations
• Liaising with law enforcement in the case of suspected or reported criminal activity
• Leading in cases of loss of company property and ensuring the case is finalized.
• Planning and coordinating the security operations.
• Continuous monitoring of office property for security purposes.
• Checking surveillance cameras (CCTV) periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful act.
• Ensuring that all the reported cases on vandalism and stollen meter cases are acted upon
• Examining the gate registers so as to monitor and control traffic movement.
• Visiting satellite offices weekly for security checks and operations.
• Investigating persons suspected for suspicious activities.
• Preventing losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers within the company’s premises
• Maintaining database records both in soft and hard copies including those used to track safety and security data
• Responding to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers
• Representing the Company in court proceedings as expected
• Ensuring that the outsourced security firms carry out their duties as expected by the Company.
• Assisting in dealing with arising security matters including handling culprits.
• Preparing varied reports as required.
• Undertaking continuous professional development to keep up with trends within the industry.
• Undertaking any other duties as may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Degree /Higher National Diploma in Criminology or its equivalent
• At least 6 years relevant working experience in the Police/Military service

Key Skills

• Leadership
• Coordination skills
• Problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Analytical skills with keenness to occurrences within the working environment

Key Attributes

• Confidentiality
• Professionalism
• Patience
• Team work
• Integrity