Role Overview
The Security Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising all security operations across the construction corridor, camps, equipment yards, and administrative facilities. The role ensures the protection of personnel, contractors, equipment, and project assets while coordinating activities of private guards, government security personnel, and escort units.
The Security Coordinator will implement proactive security protocols, conduct risk assessments, manage incident response, and maintain continuous liaison with law enforcement agencies, military formations, host communities, and project management.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Security Operations Management
Supervise all deployed security personnel, including guards, patrol teams, and escort units.
Coordinate security activities across all project sites, camps, material yards, and access roads.
Ensure adequate guard coverage and patrol schedules for all critical infrastructure.
Maintain 24/7 security monitoring across the project corridor.
Coordination with Government Security Agencies
Coordinate activities of military personnel and police attached to the project.
Maintain liaison with Brigade Commands, Police Divisions, Civil Defence, and local vigilante groups.
Facilitate security escorts for sensitive movements such as equipment transport, cash movement, and VIP visits.
Access Control and Site Protection
Develop and enforce strict access control procedures at all project locations.
Implement ID verification and visitor management systems.
Monitor entry and exit of personnel, vehicles, and materials.
Risk Assessment and Threat Management
Conduct routine security risk assessments across construction zones.
Identify potential threats, including theft, vandalism, community unrest, kidnapping, and sabotage.
Develop preventive security measures and contingency plans.
Incident Response and Crisis Management
Lead response during security incidents including accidents, conflicts, theft, or violent situations.
Ensure proper documentation and reporting of incidents.
Coordinate response with law enforcement agencies when necessary.
Escort and Movement Security
Plan And Coordinate Security Escorts For
Equipment transport
Fuel movement
Senior management visits
Cash logistics
Ensure convoy movement protocols are strictly followed.
Intelligence Gathering and Community Monitoring
Maintain informal intelligence networks within host communities.
Monitor security developments and early warning indicators.
Provide weekly threat intelligence updates to management.
Security Personnel Training and Supervision
Train Guards On
Access control
Incident reporting
Emergency response
Conflict de-escalation
Conduct periodic drills for emergency scenarios.
Security Documentation and Reporting
Maintain daily security situation reports.
Prepare weekly security briefings to management.
Maintain incident logs and investigation reports.
Compliance and Security Protocol Enforcement
Ensure compliance with company security policies.
Enforce professional conduct among security personnel.
Maintain discipline and accountability.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Operational KPIs
Zero major security breaches affecting project operations
Reduction in theft, vandalism, and asset losses
Response time to incidents
Risk Management KPIs
Number of proactive risk assessments conducted
Quality and timeliness of threat intelligence reports
Personnel Management KPIs
Guard attendance and discipline compliance
Completion of security training programs
Reporting KPIs
Timely submission of daily and weekly security reports
Proper documentation of incidents
Stakeholder Coordination KPIs
Effectiveness of coordination with military, police, and community leaders
Smooth escort operations with minimal disruption
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminology, Public Administration, or related field.
Experience
Minimum 8 - 10 years experience in security operations.
Experience working with construction sites, oil & gas, or infrastructure projects is strongly preferred.
Prior experience coordinating with military, police, or paramilitary agencies.
Professional Certifications (Preferred)
Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
Certified Security Professional (CSP)
Military or law enforcement background is an advantage.
Skills And Competencies
Strong leadership and crisis management skills
Risk assessment and threat analysis
Conflict resolution and negotiation
Excellent communication and coordination skills
Ability to operate in high-risk environments