Security Officer

Key Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise duties undertaken by the Assistant Security Officers.

Operational Responsibilities

• Implementing security services, practices and procedures within the Company premises.
• Securing premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, equipment and access points.
• Developing and implementing standard operating procedures for reporting and dealing with incidents when applicable.
• Ensuring that all the office windows are closed every day after the end of operations.
• Securing all exits, doors and windows after end of operations.
• Liaising with law enforcement in the case of suspected or reported criminal activity.
• Leading in cases of loss of company property and ensuring the case is finalized.
• Planning and coordinating the security operations.
• Continuous monitoring of office property for security purposes.
• Checking surveillance cameras (CCTV) periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts.
• Ensuring that all reported cases on vandalism and stolen meter cases are acted upon.
• Examining the gate registers so as to monitor and control traffic movement.
• Visiting satellite offices weekly for security checks and operations.
• Investigating persons suspected of suspicious activities.
• Preventing losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers within the company’s premises.
• Maintaining database records both in soft and hard copies including those used to track safety and security data.
• Responding to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers.
• Representing the Company in court proceedings as expected.
• Ensuring that the outsourced security firms carry out their duties as expected by the Company.
• Assisting in dealing with arising security matters including handling culprits.
• Preparing varied reports as required.
• Undertaking continuous professional development to keep up with trends within the industry.
• Undertaking any other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Degree or Higher National Diploma in Criminology or its equivalent.
• At least 6 years of relevant working experience in the Police or Military service.
• Key skills including Leadership, Coordination, Problem-solving, and strong Communication.
• Analytical skills with keenness to occurrences within the working environment.
• Attributes: Confidentiality, Professionalism, Patience, Teamwork, and Integrity.

Terms of Employment

• The appointment will be for a contract term of 3 years renewable subject to satisfactory performance.

How to Apply

Application packages which include a cover letter, CV of not more than 5 pages, and certified copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent by post or courier to:

The Managing Director Embu Water and Sanitation Company Limited Off Meru-Embu Road next to National Library P.O. Box 2142, 60100 EMBU

In addition to the hard copy, a soft copy of the application should be sent to recruitment@embuwater.co.ke before the expiry of the closing date (13th March 2026, 17:00 Hours) with the VACANCY NUMBER (EWASCO/HR/CORP/ C001/2026) as the email subject.

Note:

• Female and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.
• The Vacancy number should be clearly marked on the left top corner of the outer envelope of the application package.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.