Asset Protection Supervisor

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibilities

• The Asset Protection Supervisor is a senior operational security responsible for the day-to-day command, control, assurance and continuous improvement of Asset Protection activities supporting PPCL operations at Chamchamal and as directed. The role provides visible leadership across guard-force operations, access control, CCTV, movement security, emergency response, security assurance and technical/physical security systems, ensuring personnel, critical assets and business operations are protected against credible and emerging threats.
  
• Working under the direction of the Asset Protection Manager, the Supervisor translates PPCL security strategy, risk assessments, plans and procedures into effective field execution. The post holder is expected to exercise sound independent judgement in a high-threat operating environment, maintain strong command and control during incidents, assure the performance of contracted security providers and Government security interfaces, and provide timely, accurate security advice and reporting to management. The role also supports the development and integration of layered physical and technical protection measures, including CCTV, access control, perimeter protection, Counter-UAS / aerial defence interfaces and security data/analytics

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Operational Leadership and Command:

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership, command and supervision of Asset Protection activities across assigned PPCL locations, ensuring effective coverage, discipline, readiness and compliance with approved security plans, SOPs and instructions.
• Maintain clear command-and-control arrangements for routine operations, elevated threat states and security incidents; ensure timely escalation to the Asset Protection Manager and relevant management stakeholders.
• Conduct security briefings, shift handovers, operational tasking and post checks, and ensure supervisors, guards, access controllers, CCTV operators and other security personnel understand their responsibilities and current threat posture.
• Coordinate security support to critical operations, projects, shutdowns, high-risk activities, VIP visits and other business requirements.

Security Risk, Assurance and Compliance:

• Conduct and support security risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, site surveys, inspections and assurance reviews covering physical, personnel, operational and technical security risks.
• Maintain an active security risk and action-tracking process; identify deficiencies, assign corrective actions, monitor closure and escalate overdue or high-risk issues.
• Provide structured assurance of contracted security providers against contractual requirements, post orders, training standards, staffing levels, equipment readiness, incident response and agreed KPIs.
• Ensure Asset Protection operations comply with PPCL policies, approved security plans, relevant contractual requirements and applicable Kurdistan Region / Iraqi legal and regulatory requirements.

Incident, Crisis and Emergency Response:

• Act as a key Asset Protection operational focal point during security incidents and emergencies, supporting the Incident Management Team and coordinating security actions with Operations, HSE, Movcon, Government Forces, emergency responders and other stakeholders.
• Ensure immediate protective actions are implemented in accordance with approved emergency and evacuation arrangements, including shelter-in-place, relocation, controlled movement and evacuation support when directed.
• Ensure security incidents, near misses and breaches are reported, recorded, investigated and followed through to lessons learned and corrective action.
• Maintain readiness through exercises, drills, communications checks and periodic testing of emergency security procedures.

Personnel and Contractor Management:

• Lead, coach and develop Asset Protection personnel; set clear performance expectations, conduct performance reviews and address capability, conduct or discipline issues appropriately.
• Ensure manpower plans, rosters and post allocations provide resilient security coverage while supporting cost-effective use of resources.
• Identify training needs and maintain competency standards for security personnel, including incident response, access control, CCTV, communications, emergency procedures and role-specific requirements.
• Maintain professional working relationships with private security providers, contractors and Government security forces while preserving clear PPCL oversight, accountability and assurance.

Protective Security Operations:

• Oversee access and egress control, searching, visitor and contractor controls, CCTV monitoring, alarm response, patrols, perimeter security and protection of critical assets in accordance with approved procedures.
• Support secure movement arrangements and journey management requirements, including coordination of security escorts and emergency movement assets where applicable.
• Review security coverage and post requirements as operational activity, threat conditions and site layouts change, recommending proportionate adjustments to the Asset Protection Manager.

Technical and Physical Security:

• Support the design, technical review, procurement, implementation, testing and assurance of fit-for-purpose physical and technical security systems and projects.
• Oversee operational effectiveness and integration of CCTV, access control, intrusion/alarm systems, communications, perimeter protection, hostile vehicle mitigation, critical-asset hardening, Counter-UAS / aerial defence interfaces and security data/analytics.
• Ensure faults, capability gaps and maintenance requirements affecting security systems are recorded, risk assessed, escalated and tracked to resolution.

Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting:

• Maintain effective coordination with Operations, Projects, Upstream, HSE, IT, HR, SCM and other functions to integrate security requirements into business planning and operational delivery.
• Liaise professionally with Government Forces, local authorities and external security stakeholders as authorised, ensuring information is shared on a need-to-know basis and sensitive security information is appropriately protected.
• Provide concise daily/weekly reporting, incident updates, threat-related observations, assurance findings and recommendations to the Asset Protection Manager and other authorised stakeholders.
• Promote a strong security culture through visible leadership, engagement, briefings and constructive challenge, ensuring employees and contractors understand their individual security responsibilities.

Governance and Continuous Improvement:

• Maintain accurate security records, logs, incident documentation, assurance evidence, training records and operational reports to support auditability and management review.
• Monitor emerging threats, security technologies and industry good practice relevant to oil and gas operations in high-risk environments and recommend practical improvements.
• Support budget, procurement and contract-management activities by defining operational requirements, reviewing scopes of work and confirming that security expenditure is risk-based and delivers operational value.
• Undertake other Asset Protection duties commensurate with the role as directed by the Asset Protection Manager.

Minimum Experience

• Tertiary-level qualifications in Security Management, Risk Management, Business Continuity or a related discipline are preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressively responsible security experience, with demonstrable supervisory or management responsibility in complex, high-risk or hostile environments.
• Previous military, police, government security or substantial commercial security leadership experience is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable experience managing guard-force operations and assuring third-party/private security providers against defined standards and contractual requirements.
• Strong practical experience in security risk assessment, vulnerability assessment, incident management, emergency response and implementation of risk mitigation measures.
• Experience supporting oil and gas, critical infrastructure, energy, construction or other high-value industrial operations is highly preferred.
• Experience leading or supporting technical and physical security projects, including CCTV, access control, perimeter protection, critical-asset hardening and integrated security systems; Counter-UAS / aerial defence exposure is advantageous.
• Demonstrable ability to lead during security incidents, maintain command and control, make timely risk-based decisions and communicate effectively with senior management and operational teams.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, including the ability to produce clear incident reports, risk assessments, briefings, scopes of work and management updates.
• Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; comfortable working with security reporting, CCTV/access-control platforms and digital tracking systems.
• Knowledge of contractor management, security assurance, audit processes and performance/KPI monitoring is desirable.
• Experience working in multicultural environments and engaging sensitively with Government security forces, local authorities, contractors and local-national workforces is essential.
• Must be medically and physically fit for deployment to an operational oil and gas environment and capable of working effectively under pressure and during extended security incidents.