Security Officer

Job description

Security Officer

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Chilanga Cement is the leading supplier of building materials and major construction solutions provider in Zambia and the regional market. The Company operates a network of facilities, which includes two integrated Cement plants (with a combined capacity of 1.500.000 tonnes per annum) in Chilanga and Ndola, and distributes by road and rail to all corners of the country and southern Africa.

Joining Chilanga Cement means being part of a successful organization that builds its business strategy around product innovation. For Chilanga Cement, People Development is an investment in the future. Training and skills development means employees can take control of their own careers; everyone builds their own rich and diversified career portfolio. You hold the keys to your success!

Chilanga Cement, Ndola Plant, is looking to recruit dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic and qualified individuals to take up the roles of

SECURITY OFFICER (x1)

Overall Mission of the Role:

Define, support and follow up on the implementation of short-, medium- and long-term Security actions aligned with the strategic vision. Provide expert advice on Security issues to ensure cost effectiveness, sustainability and continuous improvement. Coach, guide and challenge management to drive for results

Performance Criteria

Focus on the “Zero – Theft” goal with the belief that all thefts are preventable.
The security professional plays a critical expert advisory role to the Core Management Team in security management issues at the plant.
Strive for continuous improvement.
Develops, adopts and implements the industry’s best practices and Group Security standards.
Effective communication of Security issues between management and employees.
Statutory compliance as a minimum standard.

Main Responsibilities:

Prepare and maintain plant security management operating systems, procedures and instructions.
Plan and implement annual security inspection schedules for the plant
Advise the management core team on the relevant security requirements in plant operations.
Report all theft incidents to management and relevant statutory institutions.
Investigate all theft related incidents.
Act as contact person for the relevant statutory institutions for incident and theft reporting.
Prepare consolidated security statistical analysis reports for management review and decision making on weekly, monthly and annual basis.
Plan, organise and or, conduct various security training programs, including security induction for all employees and contractors.
Organise and conduct regular security meetings to review security performance and communicating pertinent security issues.
Liaise with the Technical Department on security management issues.
Provide general security supervision during plant operations and shut downs.
Plan and organize security emergency drills at the plant
Conduct frequent plant security inspections and internal audits.
Develop and maintain the Plant security database.
Perform any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Education background & Experience

Must have a Grade Twelve certificate with 5 O levels.
Basic Security Training Certificate
At least 2 years’ experience in Security Operations and Administration
Valid class B or C driver’s license

Technical Skills

Knowledge and experience in risk management techniques.
Knowledge of CCTV operations
Computer literate
Ability to plan and implement security programs.
Management skills.
Conversant with the local basic security legislation.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Package.
Knowledge and experience in crowd control management

Behavioral Skills

Self-motivated.
Team leadership.
Ability to influence and work with others
Development of others
Decision-making capacity
Anticipation / Initiative
Result oriented.
Honest

Application Details and Dead Line:

Interested applicants should fill in the attached internal application form and submit it together with their updated CVs, application letter and scanned copies of qualifications that are verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority to the address below no later than end of day Thursday, 6 November 2025.

Applicants should ensure that the position they are applying for is clearly written in the subject of the email. Only emailed applications will be accepted and should be sent to:

E-Mail Address: recruitment.zambia@huaxincem.com

Please also note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.