About the Role
Proforce Limited is a leading total defence solution provider specializing in armoured vehicles and personal protection across Nigeria and Africa. We are currently seeking a vigilant, disciplined, and detail-oriented Assistant Security Officer to join our security and facility team at our plant location in Ode Remo, Ogun State. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in safeguarding plant assets, specialized equipment, intellectual property, military-grade inventory, and personnel through robust physical security and surveillance measures.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee personnel, visitor, contractor, and vehicular entry and exit points, verifying credentials and managing gate passes.
- Execute regular foot and mobile patrols around the plant perimeter, production bays, and sensitive engineering development zones.
- Inspect incoming raw materials and outgoing completed vehicles against dispatch logs to prevent loss or unauthorized removal.
- Monitor CCTV feeds, perimeter intrusion detection systems, and automated access control hardware across the facility.
- Serve as an initial responder for security breaches, fire alarms, and medical emergencies, submitting clear incident reports.
- Collaborate with Health, Safety, and Environment officers to enforce workplace safety protocols and emergency evacuation plans.
- Possess an OND, HND, or B.Sc. in Criminology, Security Studies, Public Administration, Law Enforcement, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 to 4 years of hands-on security experience in an automotive, heavy engineering, or high-security defense installation.
- Prior military or paramilitary background from the Armed Forces, Police, NSCDC, or reputable private security firms is an added advantage.
- Demonstrate high physical fitness, sharp observational skills, absolute integrity, and proficiency in written and verbal communication.
- Competitive salary package with regular performance reviews.
- Opportunities for professional development in defense security operations.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Dynamic and secure working environment within a rapidly growing African manufacturing leader.