Assistant Security Officer

Description

• The Assistant Security Officer is responsible for ensuring effective access control of people and goods at Otjikoto Mine
• (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)

Duties

• Access Control:
• Ensure that all employees, contractors, suppliers, and/or visitors entering the mine and high- security areas are authorised to enter the property, and that personal goods, items and materials are declared
• Ensure all vehicles entering and exiting the mine and high-security areas have authorising documentation
• Ensure that personnel and vehicles are searched to prevent unauthorised removal of goods from the mine
• Manage the control room with no distractions
• Report any suspicious activities to the senior on duty for further investigations
• Maintain an accurate materials, tools and equipment register at the entrance gate
• Participate and conduct random alcohol and drug testing of personnel
• Patrol & Escort:
• Conduct regular patrols, by vehicle and/or foot, around the mine site, as directed by the shift senior, to observe irregular movements or conditions
• Ad hoc:
• Partake in the Banking run, ensuring effective security
• Partake in the Gold run, as and when required, ensuring effective security
• Provide Assistance at the Access Control Office as and when required
• Assist with any other duty as reasonably required by the Superior from time to time
• Health, Safety and Environmental:
• Ensure compliance with all B2Gold Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures
• Comply with the Namibian Mining Act (Labour Act, Ordinance, Minerals Act, and Explosives Act) and Regulation clauses applicable to the work area
• Actively participate in safety and/or toolbox meetings and conduct a monthly safety inspection of the work area based on the schedule set by Management

Requisites

• Minimum Grade 12
• NQF 4
• Ability to read, listen and interpret messages communicated telephonically via the control room
• Minimum three years experience in a security and/or policing environment
• A valid Code B Driver’s license
• Certificate of Good Conduct
• Willingness to attend company provided Training
• Valid Firearms training certification is an added advantage
• Preference will be given to Females and permanent residents of Otavi and Otjiwarongo
• Women from marginalised groups are encouraged to apply

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• B2Gold offers a competitive compensation package, including salary to commensurate with experience, knowledge and skills, plus a comprehensive group benefits package for employee and their dependents
• B2Gold requires employees to be fully vaccinated (and maintain fully vaccinated status), subject to applicable human-rights related exemptions and availability in candidate's home country