Security Supervisor

Full time @Centum in Security
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  • Post Date : August 26, 2026
  • Apply Before : September 9, 2026
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Job Detail

  • Experience  3 Years
  • Industry  Security & Defense
  • Qualifications  Certificate

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Security Operations & Manpower Management

  • Plan and coordinate security manpower deployment to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with client requirements.
  • Prepare duty rosters, manage shifts and coordinate officer replacements and redeployments.
  • Monitor attendance, absenteeism, lateness, leave and overtime, taking corrective action where necessary.
  • Conduct site inspections, roll calls and manpower audits to ensure officer alertness, discipline, grooming and performance.
  • Ensure security officers are properly deployed, briefed and compliant with operational procedures.

Team & Performance Management

  • Supervise and motivate security officers to maintain high standards of discipline and performance.
  • Conduct briefings and on-the-job training.
  • Support recruitment, onboarding, induction, performance management and disciplinary processes.

Client & Incident Management

  • Maintain effective relationships with clients, site management and company leadership.
  • Manage security incidents, emergencies and operational challenges through timely response, escalation and reporting.
  • Identify risks and recommend measures to improve security service delivery.

Reporting & Compliance

  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
  • Maintain accurate security records, including Occurrence Books, deployment registers, duty rosters, incident reports and equipment records.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements and applicable security standards.
  • Monitor proper use and accountability of security equipment and resources.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess:

 

  • KCSE certificate with a minimum grade of C- (Minus) or equivalent. A higher qualification will be an added advantage.
  • Valid PSRA-approved security training certificate
  • Minimum three (3) years’ experience in security operations, including at least two (2) year in a supervisory role. Experience managing security teams in commercial, corporate, retail, industrial, residential or similar environments.
  • Knowledge of manpower planning, rostering, access control, incident management and emergency response.
  • Strong communication, report-writing, leadership and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to operational challenges.
  • Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required.

Key Competencies

  • Leadership and Team Management.
  • Security Operations Management.
  • Manpower Planning and Coordination.
  • Incident and Emergency Management.
  • Client Relationship Management.
  • Communication and Report Writing.
  • Problem-Solving and Decision-Making.
  • Discipline and Accountability.
  • Integrity and Professionalism.
  • Attention to Detail.

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • We are looking for a proactive and dependable Security Supervisor with strong leadership skills, sound judgment and the ability to manage teams effectively while maintaining operational discipline and delivering high-quality security services.

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