Associate General Manager - Security Operations

Associate General Manager - Security Operations

About Business:

Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Ports & SEZ: Over the past few years, we have evolved from a traditional port operator to a leading integrated ports services provider. As the largest port organization for the past two decades, we offer a wide range of services including cargo handling, container terminal operations, logistics, port infrastructure development, and maintenance. Our expertise extends to multimodal transport solutions, customs clearance, port security, and environmental sustainability, positioning us as a key player in global trade and logistics.

Job Purpose: Head of Section - Security ensures the security of people and assets by gathering intelligence, liaising with internal and civil authorities, and implementing security measures. Responsible for ensuring the security of the people and assets by gathering valuable intelligence inputs and liaising with various internal & civil authorities.

Roles and ResponsibilitiesStrategic Roles and Responsibilities 

• Understand the strategic objectives of the business and site, and provides operational inputs to be incorporated into the strategy and roadmap
• Provide inputs for the design of the operating model and the SOPs, to ensure operations processes are incorporated appropriately
• Review the site operations and suggest process improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Process Centre of Excellence

Operations

Supervision and review

• Oversee the end-to-end operations of the site, ensure adherence to the operating model and SOPs 
• Provide guidance to the team on managing exceptions and report major exceptions to the Site Security Head
• Periodically submit performance reports to the Site Security Head as per the established performance review guidelines
• Assist in conducting security awareness programs across sites 

Patrolling & Surveillance

• Conduct patrol of the premises using CCTV internally noting results in the daily occurrence log 
• Oversee the Genetic system to continuously monitor data from CCTVs, sensors and other such automation equipment to deliver continuous surveillance
• Inspect to ensure that all critical alarms are working in a timely manner 
• Assist in preventing unauthorised access/egress through Service Yards

Man & Vehicle Access Control

• Continuously monitor the entry/exit points of the facility
• Oversee the Operations team of Access Control and ensure process adherence; Report deviations to Site head
• Oversee the issuing and deactivation of access cards for VIP visitors, first-time visitors, government officials via Kiosks, and other applicable systems 

Business Traffic Management

• Oversee the business traffic operations to ensure authorization checks of the trucks and other load carrying vehicles/ cargoes using tools including GPS tagging, RFID tagging
• Study the critical traffic blockages and suggest methods for improvement
• Oversee the operations of the Security officers to control traffic, ensuring adherence to established traffic rules
• Ensure gates are always manned and search/ inquiry is conducted as and when required

Incident Management

• Act as the first responder to crises/ emergencies/ incidents as per plan; Manage exceptions
• Lead, or act as a team member of the QRT, as per guidelines
• Provide inputs to update the response plans basis key learnings from incidents

Partner Selection & Engagement 

• Partner with the Site Security head to manage the operational interactions and performance assessment of the empanelled partners basis the guidelines; Cultivate strategic relationships with partners 

People Management 

• Partner with the Site Security Head and impart on the job training to the Site Team
• Foster an environment of learning, excellence, and innovation within the team 

 

Educational Background:

Master degree in Security & Intelligence or relevant field.

Work Experience:

Minimum 15+ years’ experience in Physical Security Operation & Security automation.

Experience Level

Mid Level