Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Chief Security Officer

Job ID: HOT0B5KN
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Job type: Full time

Job Description

• An Assistant Security Manager directs security personnel and works with Department Heads to deliver a safe Guest and Member experience while ensuring compliance with local safety legislation and hotel emergency procedures.

Responsibilities
What will I be doing?

• As an Assistant Security Manager, you will be responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of security personnel, working with Department Heads to confirm all staff understands security procedures, and organising patrolling of the property to deliver a safe Guest and Member experience.
• An Assistant Security Manager will also be required to ensure that the hotel is in compliance with all local safety regulations and is conversant with hotel emergency procedures.

Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Assist the Security Manager in planning security operations
• Conduct a regular patrol of the property to ensure all areas are safe and secure.
• Ensure that Shift leaders, Supervisors, and Officers maintain order throughout the hotel.
• Protect Sensitive Hotel Assets and Information
• To oversee and maintain various technical equipment, hardware and software, to ensure it functions properly.
• Liaise with government and law enforcement agencies as necessary
• Work with Groupm Conference and Events to ensure functions are safe for all guests and employees
• Ensure the Hotel comply with Local Fire Safety Legislation
• Knowledge of the codes of practice for P.A.C.E.
• Ensure tours are carried out for the purpose of fire prevention, and safe means of escape
• Direct and coordinate the activities of all security personnel, engage in the implementation of safety and security procedures for the department, and provide assistance and advice to other departments in relation to security
• Prepare incident reports and ensure all inquiries are properly followed up
• Liaise with Departmental Heads to ensure hotel staff is aware of their security responsibilities
• Plan, deliver and facilitate regular staff awareness training
• Be fully conversant with hotel Fire and Emergency procedures
• Responsible for the management of key control within all departments
• Maintain good communication and working relationships in all sections of the hotel

Requirements
An Assistant Security Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Minimum of B.Sc. Degree in a related field
• Minimum of 3 years security industry experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Organised and systematic approach to problem-solving
• SIA-trained and licensed
• Ability to listen and respond to demanding guest needs
• Good leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• Accountable and resilient
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Good grooming standards

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Previous experience with Nigerian military/paramilitary service
• Previous experience in the same or similar role
• First Aid
• Fire fighting qualification
• IT proficiency.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.