Manager - Security (Gujarat)

Purpose/Objective To lead and manage end-to-end physical security operations of the Solar Manufacturing plant at Mundra, ensuring protection of plant assets, people, materials, and infrastructure. The role is responsible for implementing best-in-class security practices aligned with business continuity, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities of Role 1. Security Operations Management- Lead overall plant security operations, including access control, surveillance, patrolling, perimeter protection, and material movement monitoring
- Ensure 24x7 security coverage through effective shift planning and workforce deployment
- Develop and implement security SOPs, protocols, and escalation mechanisms 2. Asset & Infrastructure Protection- Safeguard high-value manufacturing equipment, raw materials (cells/modules), and finished inventory
- Prevent theft, pilferage, and unauthorized access within plant premises
- Ensure security integration across warehouse, production, utilities, and logistics areas 3. Risk Management & Compliance- Conduct periodic risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and security audits
- Ensure compliance with industrial security standards, local laws, BCAS guidelines (if applicable), and internal audit requirements
- Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for identified risks 4. Surveillance & Technology Deployment- Oversee CCTV systems, access control systems, boom barriers, RFID and other surveillance tools
- Drive digital transformation in plant security (AI-enabled surveillance, analytics, etc. )
- Ensure uptime, monitoring, and continuous improvement of security technologies 5. Incident Management- Lead incident response, investigation, and root cause analysis for theft, breach, safety/security lapses
- Coordinate with local law enforcement authorities when required
- Maintain proper documentation, reporting, and escalation to leadership 6. Contractor & Manpower Management- Manage third-party security agencies and guards deployed at plant
- Ensure training, discipline, and performance monitoring of security workforce
- Optimize manpower deployment for cost and efficiency 7. Stakeholder Coordination- Collaborate with Plant Head, Operations, EHS, HR, Stores, and Logistics for integrated security governance
- Support HR in employee verification, visitor management, and compliance controls 8. Crisis & Emergency Management- Develop and execute emergency response plans (ERP) for fire, intrusion, sabotage, or natural disasters
- Conduct mock drills and ensure preparedness across teams Technical Competencies Security Operations Management,Risk Management & Compliance,Surveillance & Technology Deployment,Contractor & Manpower Management,Crisis & Emergency Management Qualifications and Experience
- Graduate / Postgraduate (preferred in Security / Industrial Management / Defence background)
- 10–15 years of experience in plant/industrial security operations, preferably in manufacturing (solar, metals, heavy engineering, etc. )
- Prior experience in handling large-scale plant security at remote locations (like Mundra)
- Ex-Army / Paramilitary / Police background preferred Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4mlwyu