Position Summary

Mika Meats is seeking vigilant, responsible, and dedicated Security Officers to join our security teams at the Chisamba Plant and Ngwerere Distribution Center. The successful candidates will play a critical role in safeguarding our people, property, and operations, ensuring a secure environment in line with company policies and national regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Control access to the premises for employees, visitors, and vehicles.
• Conduct regular patrols of the facility to deter unauthorized activities and identify security risks.
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems for unusual activity.
• Respond promptly to security breaches, alarms, or incidents.
• Log daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
• Inspect and verify the movement of goods, ensuring alignment with dispatch and delivery documents.
• Prevent loss or damage to company assets through vigilance and control procedures.
• Enforce company security policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Provide assistance in emergency situations, including fire evacuation or first aid where applicable.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and other security personnel via radio or mobile communication.
• Escort visitors and contractors where necessary.
• Report any suspicious behaviors or activities immediately.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Education: GCE Certificate (Grade 12) with passes in English and other subjects.
• Literacy: Must be able to read and write in English clearly and legibly.
• Security Training: Must have basic formal security training, preferably from a recognized institution or agency.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ traceable experience in a security role, preferably in an industrial or distribution environment.
• Age: 25 years and above preferred.

• Control access to the premises for employees, visitors, and vehicles.
• Conduct regular patrols of the facility to deter unauthorized activities and identify security risks.
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems for unusual activity.
• Respond promptly to security breaches, alarms, or incidents.
• Log daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
• Inspect and verify the movement of goods, ensuring alignment with dispatch and delivery documents.
• Prevent loss or damage to company assets through vigilance and control procedures.
• Enforce company security policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Provide assistance in emergency situations, including fire evacuation or first aid where applicable.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and other security personnel via radio or mobile communication.
• Escort visitors and contractors where necessary.
• Report any suspicious behaviors or activities immediately.

• Access control techniques and visitor management
• Patrolling and surveillance (including use of CCTV and alarm systems)
• Incident response and basic emergency management
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques
• Report writing and incident logging
• Basic knowledge of legal aspects of security (e.g., arrest procedures, trespassing laws)
• Teamwork and ability to follow chain of command
• Alertness, integrity, and high levels of confidentiality
• Physical fitness and stamina to patrol large areas
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Minimum Education: GCE Certificate (Grade 12) with passes in English and other subjects.
• Literacy: Must be able to read and write in English clearly and legibly.
• Security Training: Must have basic formal security training, preferably from a recognized institution or agency.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ traceable experience in a security role, preferably in an industrial or distribution environment.
• Age: 25 years and above preferred.