Security / Access Control Officer
Position Title
Security / Access Control Officer
Reports To
Site Responsible Person / Mine Supervisor
Location
Kamiyobo Mine, Mumbwa District, Zambia
Purpose of the Role
The Security / Access Control Officer is responsible for controlling entry and exit at Kamiyobo Mine, protecting people, equipment, fuel, ore stockpiles and company property, and ensuring that only authorised persons enter the site.
Key Responsibilities
Access Control
- Control entry and exit at the mine gate or designated access point.
- Record all visitors, employees, contractors and vehicles entering and leaving site.
- Ensure visitors are authorised before entering site.
- Direct visitors to the Site Supervisor or responsible person.
- Prevent unauthorised access to the active mining area, stockpiles, machinery, fuel storage and offices.
- Ensure visitors receive basic safety instructions before entering the site.
Asset and Stockpile Protection
- Monitor ore stockpiles, waste areas, fuel storage, machinery and equipment.
- Report any theft, attempted theft, suspicious activity or unauthorised movement of material.
- Ensure no ore or material leaves the site without approval and proper documentation.
- Check trucks leaving site against dispatch records or delivery notes.
- Assist with truck movement control when ore is being transported.
Site Safety Support
- Prevent members of the public, children, animals or unauthorised persons from entering dangerous areas.
- Report unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to the Site Supervisor immediately.
- Assist during emergencies by controlling access and directing emergency services.
- Keep the entrance and access point orderly and controlled.
Reporting
- Keep a daily occurrence book or security logbook.
- Record all vehicle movements.
- Record all visitor movements.
- Report incidents immediately.
- Record any disputes, community interactions, theft attempts or security concerns.
Minimum Requirements
- Previous security or access control experience.
- Ability to read and write basic records.
- Honest, alert and reliable.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to remain firm and calm when dealing with visitors or unauthorised persons.
Preferred Requirements
- Experience in mining, construction or industrial site security.
- Knowledge of truck control and dispatch procedures.
- Basic safety awareness.
- Ability to communicate in local language and English.
Key Records to Maintain
- Visitor register.
- Vehicle movement register.
- Truck dispatch/security checkpoint register.
- Daily occurrence book.
- Incident/security report file.
- Material exit register.
