Senior Security Officer (Operations) at Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Limited

Job Ref No. KPC/ADVT/28/2023 (1post)

Job Description

• Implement and monitor security strategies, policies and standards in line with the Company’s mission and vision.
• Assist in the management, training and monitoring of outsourced security service providers to meet KPC’s security objectives and enhance performance.
• Maintain an up-to-date record of security incidents and trends and reporting for management information and action.
• Provide information to the Company on security related matters affecting the Company's business and operations.
• Liaison with the regional administration at all levels on administration matters concerning the security of the Kenya Pipeline.
• Participate in vetting of hired/contracted security firms by Kenya Pipeline Company.
• Participate in the development and implementation of appropriate controls for all admissions within the operational areas and offices.
• Initiate and maintain the company’s security access controls and ensure adherence to the emergency call out procedure.
• Facilitate provision of protection and safety of company life, properties and assets.
• Supervision of all security officers hired guards and attached police officers.
• Maintain security records in respect of Vehicle and visitor’s movement, Lost and found registers, Gate passes and Consignment records.
• Perform any other duties relevant to the function.

Person Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in security related studies from a recognized university
• Must have served for a minimum of six (6), two (2) year of which must have been at the level of a Superintendent of Police or equivalent and above or its equivalent experience.
• Have with a clean record of discharge from any of the disciplined forces.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated competency in work performance.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to write reports.
• Must be able to work long hours.
• Ability to work under own initiative and also as part of a team.
• Flexibility and responsiveness in handling and determining security related issues.
• Demonstrate professional approach and appearance including enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty, trust and loyalty.
• Flexibility and responsiveness in handling and determining security related issues.
• Demonstrate professional approach and appearance including enthusiasm, drive, commitment, honesty, trust and loyalty.