SITE SECURITY MANAGERS IN THE OIL AND GAS SECTOR - IRAQ

JOB DETAILS

Reports to: Project Manager or his/her designate

Location: [Iraq]

OVERVIEW

The Site Security Manager has responsibility for the security of all client personnel and operations in their designated site. They will lead, administer, command, coordinate, prepare and train a team of static security guards in order to achieve this objective.

MISSION

To manage static security operations in such way as the safety of client personnel is assured consistent with the company’s obligations to its client and with due regard for the safety and security of assigned personnel and assets, for project timeframe, budget, scope of work, company policy and applicable laws.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The routine tasks and responsibilities are as given below, though these may be adjusted from time to time on instruction from the Line Manager.

1. Operational Delivery

• Lead and direct the guard force in accordance with the site Security Plan and assist in the assessment or risk and development of the plan.

• Conduct training as specified by the company training directive to ensure that guards comprehend their role, their responsibilities as security officers and are competent in the use of equipment assigned to them.

• Comply with the company Standing Operating Procedures and the policies and procedures laid down in the Quality Management System to the extent that the company operations are consistent with the demands of Standard PSC.1-2012.

• Ensure that all members of the guard are fully appraised of the prevailing threat and that they are prepared for incidents arising in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures.

• Ensure that all members of the guard respect International Humanitarian Law and International Human Rights Law in all aspects of their work.

• Liaise between the company, the guard and client personnel, the Site Security Manager assumes the role of first point of contact for any issues arising within the guard force.

• Maintain standards of performance of the guard force across the wide range of disciplines inherent within the guards’ primary function.

• Maintain minimum standards in all guard posts including access control and patrolling, communications procedures, firearm handling, compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and comprehension of the company’s obligations towards Human Rights Policy (Policy A-5)

• Manage all company equipment issued to the guard force, ensuring that allocated equipment is recorded, properly maintained, and used effectively and efficiently.

• Maintain accurate records for all training conducted and ensuring that guards sign individually for training received.

• Brief clients about issues concerning their security.

• Conduct basic risk assessments of specified locations as directed by the company Project Manager or Operations Manager in accordance with company guidelines on risk assessment (B-4).

• Conduct performance appraisals of all the guard members as required by the company under its performance appraisal programme (C-14). Identify work place hazards or potential or actual non-conformities with company procedures and communicate this immediately to the company Project Manager.

2. Governance

Comply with health & safety standards consistent with the requirement to follow such procedures and regulations as may be laid down by the company, its client or the host state including;

• Fire response drills

• Personal and Catering hygiene

• Company Life Saving Rules

• Prohibition of the abuse of alcohol and narcotics or intoxicating substances.

Comply with Rules for Use of Force (RUF) and the laws of armed conflict consistent with the requirement for personnel to be intimately familiar with procedures and regulations laid down by the company in conjunction with the Client, host state and international laws including the principles of

• Graduated and proportional force response (GFR) after warnings

• Last resort

• Right to self-defence

Absolute familiarity with and compliance with company policies and such procedures that are pertinent to the role (e.g. Project Standard Operating Procedures)

Compliance with rules requiring personnel to reject bribery and corruption laid down by the company, its client, host state or international laws including the principles of;

• Rejection of the offer of or acceptance of any favour or any financial or material inducement intended to influence a business decision or official action.

• The International Code of Conduct for Private Security Service Providers, 2010 (ICoC) and associated standards to which the company subscribes;

• The company Code of Conduct for Field Operatives (C-7) that lays out key compliance criteria for personnel during their service with  the company and the active promotion of best practice in respect of the following processes;

  • Disciplinary Action

  • Appeals and Grievance

  • Whistle-blowing

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES & SKILLS:

• Must be able to provide solid leadership, guidance and advice on all issues relating to security supervisor level security operations.

• Able to work in isolation under stressful conditions in close proximity to local national personnel.

• Be able to command respect and engender support from all levels, including other  company personnel, clients and local community members.

• Be able to establish effective and relaxed communications with clients, local nationals and their guard. Be firm but approachable and be a competent instructor.

• Be able to anticipate operational requirements whilst being aware of the budgetary limitations of commercial contracting. Have the ability to forward plan for future operations and anticipate the evolving risk landscape.

• Be able to relate to and engender the trust of the local National Guard and clients. Must be able to deal with, on a daily basis, the administrative requirements of the guard. Be able to express a firm opinion in a calm, polite and concise manner even in high risk and high pressure circumstances.

• Display enthusiasm and a determination to succeed

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• • Competency in Information Technology and ability to operate MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Formal training in the communication systems in operation within the project.

  • Possessing an experienced based knowledge of training procedures in order to maintain the operational effectiveness and compliance of the assigned team.

QUALIFICATION:

• • Minimum of 5 years’ service in a regular army, reaching a minimum rank of senior non-commissioned officer and with at least 2 years in that position; and.

  • Minimum 1 year in the private security sector (Desirable), or other commercial sector (such as health & safety, or oil & gas) with similar characteristics and challenges; or

  • Satisfactory completion of a recognised leadership course

  • Satisfactory completion of a criminal record check within the recent 12 months

  • Previous operational experience relevant to the region

  • Previous operational experience in a high threat environment

  • Previous operational experience in the client’s sector (e.g. Oil & Gas) is preferred.

PERSONAL FITNESS:

• • Completion of a Medical (self) Declaration and Medical Examination is required, which must show current or pre-existing conditions that might cause personal accident insurers to refuse cover or reject claims under the Personal Accident or Emergency Repatriation policies.

• Service involves demanding work in high temperatures and remote locations and will include wearing of Personal Protection Equipment and some heavy lifting which may include the lifting and carriage of an injured colleague.  Running and rapid physical motion may be required for personal safety. Personnel will be required to use a weapon, and to hear and respond to verbal instructions and at times may be exposed to loud noises. Equipment typically carried all day every day amounts to approximately 16kg.

REQUIREMENTS