RED AREA SECURITY OFFICER X 3
Liqhobong Mining Development Company (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Firestone Diamonds PLC, invites suitably qualified and competent Basotho to apply for the vacant position of Red Area Security Officer in the Security department.
Job purpose
To provide professional services entailing amongst others the physical search of persons and parcels upon exiting designated areas in the mine to ensure legal/ procedural compliance and zero loss of diamonds and/or other company assets. Also, to carry out escort duties into the Red Area to observe correct proceedings and procedures relating to amongst others waste removal, engineering activities, system purging and other high-risk processing activities.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Security Officer, the incumbent will carry out the following duties and responsibilities;
- Perform security patrols;
- Carry out physical searches of persons as per standard operating procedures and legal requirements;
- Respond to alarm conditions, calls for assistance and or instructions from other security personnel;
- Alert line management in cases of crisis or presence of unauthorised persons in designated areas;
- Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents and suspicious activities.
Legal and other requirements
- Police clearance and medical examinations of fitness;
- Valid driver’s license;
- Willingness to undergo the Mine’s Integrity Tests
Qualifications and experience
- 5 years’ experience in a security intensive organisation of which 2 years were spent in a supervisory capacity;
- COSC plus Certificate in Security Management or equivalent;
- Must be able to carry out processes that require specialized technical or scholastic skills;
- Must be knowledgeable in access control and CCTV/Surveillance Operations;
- Must be knowledgeable in Security/Mines Standard Operating procedures;
- Must be knowledgeable in Criminal Law and the Criminal Procedure & Evidence Act
Skills and competencies
- Observation and decision-making;
- Procedural awareness;
- Investigations;
- Verbal and written reporting;
- Community awareness;
- Analytical skills;
- Supervisory skills;
- Time management;
- Proficiency in English
Attributes
- Consistent with agreed principles of correct moral conduct
- Ability to take direction but exercise independent thought and judgment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and relationships within a fast-paced, team-oriented and lean environment.
Application letters including a detailed CV and certified copies of relevant qualifications should be submitted to:
The Human Resource Department email: [email protected]
Liqhobong Mining Development Company
5th Floor Letsie Offi ce Park – Pension House
Constitution Road
Maseru West
Closing date for submission of applications is 22nd December 2023.
Disclaimer: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted