Hospitality

Security Officer At Farmers Choice Limited

Farmers Choice Limited·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Contract
HospitalityFull TimeContract
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Control entry and exit of employees, visitors, contractors and vehicles in line with approved procedures.
  • Verify IDs, visitor authorizations, gate passes, delivery documents and vehicle movement records.
  • Conduct lawful and respectful searches of persons, bags, vehicles and consignments in line with company policy. Issue and reconcile visitor badges, keys, radios and other controlled security items.
  • Conduct scheduled and random patrols of the perimeter, production, warehouse, dispatch, offices and vulnerable points.
  • Monitor CCTV, alarms and other assigned security systems and report irregularities immediately.
  • Detect and report theft, suspicious activity, tampering,
  • unsafe acts and food-defence or biosecurity breaches.
  • Maintain accurate occurrence books, patrol logs, key registers, visitor registers, vehicle registers and incident reports.
  • Verify inbound and outbound goods, seals, dispatch notes and gate passes, and escalate any discrepancies.
  • Respond to alarms, fire, medical or security incidents, and support emergency procedures and evacuations.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • KCSE certificate or equivalent.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Strong knowledge of access control, patrols, CCTV, incident reporting and emergency procedures.
  • Basic computer literacy and ability to prepare clear written reports.
  • Integrity and trustworthiness.
  • Vigilance and strong attention to detail.
  • Sound judgment and timely escalation.
  • Good communication, customer orientation and confidentiality.
  • Teamwork, reliability and ability to work shifts.
  • Certificate in security management, criminology, investigations, fire safety or first aid is an added advantage.
  • Valid registration, training and compliance required under applicable private-security law and regulation.
  • At least 2 years' relevant security experience, preferably in FMCG, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, agriculture or a high-volume distribution environment.
  • Valid driving licence is an added advantage.

Key skills

KCSE
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At a glance

Company

Farmers Choice Limited

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

September 22, 2026

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