Overview
The Security Guard acts as the contact point for security related operational issues and performs surveillance tasks. The incumbent collaborates with other relevant offices and provides information and assistance to staff members and visiting scientists.
Tasks Summary
- Carry out surveillance and control access to premises
- Ensure protection of ICTP property, staff and visitors
- Control IDs of visitors, ensure their validity and ascertain the purpose of the visit
- Use security instruments/equipment (video surveillance, detectors, alarm system, access control system)
- Patrol premises internally and externally, including parking areas
- Open and close buildings, switch on/off lights
- Check common areas, meeting rooms, library and bathrooms and ensure windows are closed prior to locking buildings
- Identify situations not part of normal routine, presence of suspect conduct/comportment or illegal/unethical behaviour
- Report emergencies immediately to supervisors
- Take urgent measures in case supervisory guidance is not immediately available
- Provide information and assistance to staff members and visiting scientists
- Intervene in case of person found with health problems, call for medical intervention, provide first aid support
- Serve as a first responder in case of fire
- Participate in fire drills and other simulated and real emergencies
- Undertake protective surveillance duties against fire, water leakage, dangerous objects or any action causing damage/injury
- Enter observations or actions taken into the security logbook
- Contact maintenance team for prompt intervention
- Drive official vehicles for night patrol and when necessary
Experience Requirements
At least two (2) years of police, military, government or private security working experience, preferably in an international environment.
Qualification Requirements
Completed secondary, technical or vocational school.