Associate Manager - Security

Adani Group; Vidisha; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group is seeking a senior security leader to head end-to-end physical security at the Mundra Solar Manufacturing plant. You will safeguard assets, people, and infrastructure, and drive security governance across production, warehouses, and logistics.

The role requires 10–15 years in industrial security, with preference for ex‑military background. You will implement advanced surveillance technologies and coordinate with local authorities to ensure business continuity and regulatory

Qualifications

• Graduate/PG in security-related field or defence background.
• 10–15 years in plant/industrial security operations, preferably manufacturing.
• Experience at remote large-scale plants (e.g., Mundra) is advantageous.
• Ex-Army/Paramilitary/Police background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant security operations including access control, surveillance, patrolling, and perimeter protection.
• Ensure 24x7 security coverage via effective shift planning and deployment.
• Develop and implement security SOPs, protocols, and escalation mechanisms.
• Protect high-value equipment, materials, and finished inventory across facilities.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and CAPA to address vulnerabilities.
• Oversee CCTV, access control, RFID, barriers, and other surveillance tech.
• Coordinate incident response and liaise with authorities when required.
• Manage third-party security agencies and guard personnel with training and discipline.

Skills

Contractor management

Manpower management

Crisis & emergency management

Risk management & compliance

Security operations management

Surveillance technology deployment

Education

Graduate / Postgraduate in Security / Industrial Management / Defence

Job description

Purpose/Objective

To lead and manage end-to-end physical security operations of the Solar Manufacturing plant at Mundra, ensuring protection of plant assets, people, materials, and infrastructure. The role is responsible for implementing best-in-class security practices aligned with business continuity, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• 1. Security Operations Management - Lead overall plant security operations, including access control, surveillance, patrolling, perimeter protection, and material movement monitoring - Ensure 24x7 security coverage through effective shift planning and workforce deployment - Develop and implement security SOPs, protocols, and escalation mechanisms
• 2. Asset & Infrastructure Protection - Safeguard high-value manufacturing equipment, raw materials (cells/modules), and finished inventory - Prevent theft, pilferage, and unauthorized access within plant premises - Ensure security integration across warehouse, production, utilities, and logistics areas
• 3. Risk Management & Compliance - Conduct periodic risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and security audits - Ensure compliance with industrial security standards, local laws, BCAS guidelines (if applicable), and internal audit requirements - Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for identified risks
• 4. Surveillance & Technology Deployment - Oversee CCTV systems, access control systems, boom barriers, RFID and other surveillance tools - Drive digital transformation in plant security (AI-enabled surveillance, analytics, etc.) - Ensure uptime, monitoring, and continuous improvement of security technologies
• 5. Incident Management - Lead incident response, investigation, and root cause analysis for theft, breach, safety/security lapses - Coordinate with local law enforcement authorities when required - Maintain proper documentation, reporting, and escalation to leadership
• 6. Contractor & Manpower Management - Manage third-party security agencies and guards deployed at plant - Ensure training, discipline, and performance monitoring of security workforce - Optimize manpower deployment for cost and efficiency
• 7. Stakeholder Coordination - Collaborate with Plant Head, Operations, EHS, HR, Stores, and Logistics for integrated security governance - Support HR in employee verification, visitor management, and compliance controls
• 8. Crisis & Emergency Management - Develop and execute emergency response plans (ERP) for fire, intrusion, sabotage, or natural disasters - Conduct mock drills and ensure preparedness across teams

Technical Competencies

• Contractor & Manpower Management
• Crisis & Emergency Management
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Security Operations Management
• Surveillance & Technology Deployment

Qualifications and Experience

• Graduate / Postgraduate (preferred in Security / Industrial Management / Defence background)
• 10–15 years of experience in plant/industrial security operations, preferably in manufacturing (solar, metals, heavy engineering, etc.)
• Prior experience in handling large-scale plant security at remote locations (like Mundra)
• Ex-Army / Paramilitary / Police background preferred