Assistant Manager - Safety & Security

Casagrand International School; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Casagrand International School in Chennai district seeks an experienced Assistant Manager Safety & Security to ensure a safe, compliant campus for students and staff. You will lead security operations, fire safety, CCTV, access control, and emergency response planning.

You will coordinate with local authorities, conduct risk assessments, train employees, and ensure documentation to uphold health, safety, and statutory requirements across the school environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
• Certification or Diploma in Industrial Safety, Fire & Safety, Security Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field preferred.
• 5–8 years of experience in safety, security, facilities, or administration.
• Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience in schools, educational institutions, hospitals, corporate campuses, or large residential communities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor campus safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Supervise daily operations of security personnel, visitor management, and coordination.
• Ensure effective access control at all entry/exit points.
• Monitor CCTV, alarm systems, and other security infrastructure.
• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Oversee fire safety compliance and maintenance of fire systems.
• Coordinate emergency plans, drills, and crisis management.
• Investigate incidents and submit reports with corrective actions.
• Coordinate with police, fire departments, and authorities.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health, safety and statutory regulations.
• Maintain incident records, logs, and security reports.
• Provide safety training for employees, students, and staff.
• Manage contracts and performance of external security services.
• Support events with crowd management and VIP security.
• Monitor budgets and resources.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Campus safety and security management

Fire safety and emergency preparedness

Risk assessment and incident investiga

CCTV surveillance and access control

Vendor and security agency management

Knowledge of safety regulations

Leadership and team management

Communication and report writing

Crisis management and problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline

Diploma/Certification in Industrial Safety or Fire & Safety/Security Management

Tools

CCTV Monitoring Systems

Access Control Systems

Fire Alarm & Fire Fighting Systems

Visitor Management Systems

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace / Incident Reporting Software

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager Safety & Security is responsible for ensuring a safe, secure, and compliant environment for students, staff, visitors, and school assets. The role oversees campus security operations, emergency preparedness, health and safety compliance, fire safety systems, surveillance, access control, and security personnel to maintain a secure learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor campus safety and security policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Supervise daily operations of security personnel, housekeeping coordination (where applicable), and visitor management systems.
• Ensure effective access control at all campus entry and exit points.
• Monitor CCTV surveillance systems, alarm systems, and other security infrastructure.
• Conduct regular security patrols, safety inspections, and risk assessments across the campus.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and oversee the maintenance of fire detection and firefighting equipment.
• Coordinate emergency response plans, evacuation drills, mock drills, and crisis management activities.
• Investigate security incidents, accidents, and safety violations, and submit detailed reports with corrective actions.
• Coordinate with local police, fire departments, emergency services, and other government authorities when required.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health, safety, and statutory regulations applicable to educational institutions.
• Maintain records of incidents, visitor logs, security reports, and statutory documentation.
• Conduct safety awareness and emergency response training for employees, students, and security staff.
• Manage contracts and performance of external security agencies and service providers.
• Support school events by planning crowd management, traffic control, and VIP security arrangements.
• Monitor security budgets and ensure optimal utilization of resources.
• Perform additional responsibilities assigned by the Reporting Manager or Management.

Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.
• Certification or Diploma in Industrial Safety, Fire & Safety, Security Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field is preferred.

Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in safety, security, facilities, or administration.
• Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience in schools, educational institutions, hospitals, corporate campuses, or large residential communities is preferred.

Required Skills

• Campus safety and security management.
• Fire safety and emergency preparedness.
• Risk assessment and incident investigation.
• CCTV surveillance and access control systems.
• Vendor and security agency management.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and statutory compliance.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and report writing abilities.
• Crisis management and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Technical Skills

• CCTV Monitoring Systems
• Access Control Systems
• Fire Alarm & Fire Fighting Systems
• Visitor Management Systems
• Incident Reporting SoftwareMicrosoft Office / Google Workspace
• Basic First Aid and CPR Certification

Key Competencies

• Leadership
• Vigilance
• Decision Making
• Risk Management
• Communication
• Crisis Management
• Integrity
• Planning & Organization
• Team Collaboration
• Attention to Detail

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Campus safety and security incident rates.
• Emergency response readiness and drill effectiveness.
• Compliance with statutory safety and security requirements.
• CCTV and security system uptime.
• Visitor management compliance.
• Timely closure of safety observations and corrective actions.
• Security vendor performance.
• Employee, student, and parent satisfaction regarding campus safety.