Plant Security Head

Adani Group; Madukkarai; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group is seeking a security leader to manage site security programs and drive the organization’s risk management and protection of assets. You will oversee governance, operational security, and incident response across major sites.

The role requires extensive leadership experience in security, strong collaboration with executives, and a focus on compliance and continuous improvement of security operations. This position offers strategic impact across the group’s sites in India.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field required.
• Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline preferred.
• Certifications: CPP, CFE, TAPA, PSP, PMP preferred.
• Over 12+ years in security with leadership roles in large organizations.
• Experience with security operations, risk management, audits, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to site security strategy and governance aligned to group policies.
• Lead security risk management, audits, and incident response at the site.
• Oversee security operations, access control, surveillance, and control rooms.
• Manage budgets, programs, and security automation projects.
• Develop training, metrics, and continuous improvement for security functions.

Skills

Security leadership

Strategic planning

Governance & compliance

Crisis management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Security risk assessment

Security audits

Team management

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

Postgraduate degree in relevant field

CPP/CFE/TAPA/PSP/PMP certifications

Job description

Purpose/Objective

• site security operations in harmony with business objectives and Security Strategy Roadmap at major sites Protect enterprise wide infrastructure to ensure business continuity, creating a safe environment for all employees and stakeholders and ensuring enhanced security and personal safety of “designated protectees”
• Address fraud & misconduct through Manage a well-established framework to prevent, detect, respond, and refine strategies and methodologies.
• Identify potential threats and calibration of risks from detailed security risk assessments to eliminate, reduce or mitigate risks.
• Responsible for ensuring security and protection of tangible and intangible assets, at the site
• Responsible for managing security related automation and infrastructure projects

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Security Strategy & Governance Security Strategy - Contribute to business Security strategy and Security roadmap by providing site perspective as per Site Security Plan.
• - Align the site security strategy with the group policy - Lead strategic initiatives aligned to business requirements at the site / plant level; Institutionalise operational excellence initiatives for the site Security Budgeting - Plan, prepare and monitor security budget including Capex and Opex; Finalise the budget with Vertical Security Head and get sanction on the same - Monitor adherence to budgets and consult with Vertical Security Head in case of budget shortage/ overruns Governance - Conduct timely reviews of all on-going strategic initiatives at the site - Participate in governance council meetings to suggest improvements and discuss pressing issues with key stakeholders Security Risk Management & Audit Intelligence & Vigilance - Cultivate reliable sources of information with key decision makers in administrative bodies, police, local community and media to gather intelligence - Monitor and analyze daily local, national, and international news that might impact the organization or the site - Analyze the gathered intelligence, foresee risks, and develop mitigation plans - Monitor the vigilance level of the site Security operations and drive alertness at all times Security Risk Assessment - Conduct security risk assessment and implement mitigation measures in consultation with Vertical Security Head to counter threats and vulnerabilities - Identify vulnerabilities and gaps in the established Security infrastructure, operations, systems, technologies of the site.
• Prioritise the gap and closed it within timeline.
• - Assess the varied Security threat scenarios including product theft, vandalism, acts of terror, pilferage, assault, unauthorized access facing the site - Review the SRA report and ensure mitigation measures are put in place as per the findingstraining Security Audits - Facilitate internal or third-party security audits and conduct timely checks to ensure reliability of Security management system and submit report of audit findings to the Corporate Team - Review the Security audit report, analyse findings and conduct dialogue with the concerned stakeholders for action planning and resolution; Ensure prompt closure of open audit findings Crisis & Incident Management - Design ERCP (Emergency response and control plan) plans for crises/ emergencies/ incidents, to ensure business continuity and quick business recovery at the site - Lead the implementation of the response plan during the crises/ emergencies/ incidents and elevate to the management timely.
• - Supervise efficient selection and of staff for QRT (Quick Reaction Team) - Revamp the response plans basis key learnings from incidents, to improve the business readiness to face crises and emergencies Security Operations Management and Review - Monitor site operations and ensure adherence to established SOPs and SOGs.
• - Analyse the MIS reports generated and publish reports on a weekly basis to the Site CEO and VSH - Create security awareness and training programs for employees and community, along with the Site CEO Security Control Room Operations - Oversee end-to-end operations of Site Security Control Room; Lead maintenance and upgradation initiatives for the Control Room - Monitor the operations of the Control Room and ensure proper integration with the National Security Control Room - Ensure the escalation of all incident and report of the group as per the Matrix Patrolling & Surveillance - Oversee the patrolling procedures of the site and manage exceptions - Periodically check the data from CCTVs, sensors, and other such automation equipment to ensure operational vigilance Man & Vehicle Access Control - Oversee the end-to-end operations of Access Control and ensure process adherence; Manage deviations - Oversee the end-to-end process of visitor access card management through the applicable systems Business Traffic Management - Oversee the business traffic and material movement operations to ensure authorization and authenticity checks are conducted as per SOPs - Study the critical traffic blockages and suggest methods for improvement - Oversee the end-to-end operations of traffic management to ensure adherence to established traffic rules Investigation & Due Diligence - Conduct investigation of Security incidents including frauds, crimes, theft, pilferage, vandalizing and set in motion remedial measures - Prepare and share investigation reports with BU team on investigations of critical incidents Protection - Drive the Security systems, processes, and operations to ensure round the clock protection to both the tangible and intangible assets as per the concept of ring security.
• - Conduct security events as per the annual security plan and ensure proper security detailing is in place - Channelize and coordinate traffic management to ensure least impacted route continuity for the logistics flow - Ensure the site/road survey conducted and then plan for Overweight and Over Dimensional Consignment Performance Improvement- Define the performance metrics for evaluating Site Security domain and finalize with the Business Security Head; Lead performance review of Site Security - Identify process gaps in the Site Security processes and lead process excellence initiatives to address the process gaps and drive efficiency - Drive the team to champion process improvements and establish ownership of action plans at appropriate points within Site Security Outsourced Manpower Management - Monitor and review the outsourced staff strength and accordingly conduct recruitment - Oversee and evaluate performance of the third-party security personnel services provider ensuring the deployed personnel are as per the defined parameters - Engage periodically with the outsourced security employees to cater for their welfare - Ensure the deployment of OMPs as per the work breakdown structure (WBS) and as their competency.
• People Management - Lead talent acquisition for all vacant positions at the site and support Vertical Security Head in talent identification and selection for critical roles - Drive a performance driven culture – Set goals, review performance, and provide feedback to ensure a motivated and committed team Project Management- Identify and drive projects towards creation or improvement of security technology aids (automation systems) and infrastructure augmentation as per group security guidelines and industry standards / best practices aligned to overall group security strategy - Implement and monitor efficient project management practices for timely execution and maximum RoI on identified projects - Drive integration of new projects into mainstream security operations at site through processes and stakeholder buy in.

Technical Competencies

• Security Operations,Security Strategy & Governance,Security Risk Management & Audit

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Qualification: - Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or other relevant field
• Educational Qualification: - Postgraduate degree in relevant field
• Educational Qualification: - Preferable to have Certifications including Certified Protection Professional (CPP) / Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) / Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) certification/ Physical Security Professional (PSP) / Industrial Security professional certifications/ Project Management Professional (PMP) (Value Addition)
• Must-have Experiences (Major site): - More than 12 years of experience in the field of Security and at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role in a similar position for large-sized organization, and directly report to Site Head.
• Must-have Experiences (Major site): - Rich experience leading Security operations of Access Control, Traffic Management, De-risking, Infra-structure and people protection, Fraud and misconduct investigation, Security technology solution, Security threat, Risk Assessment, Surveillance, and systems management for large sized site/ plant/ work-unit, preferably spanning multiple geographies
• Must-have Experiences (Major site): - Exposure to varied Security risk management verticals and seasoned understanding of crisis management and physical asset protection across varied businesses and geographies
• Must-have Experiences (Major site): - Experience managing operational and capital expenditure budgets with exceptional planning and project management skills
• Must-have Experiences (Major site): - Up to date knowledge and experience with regulatory compliance issues across varied Security sub-domains
• Must-have Experiences (Major site): - Robust understanding of investigation techniques and audit procedures
• Must-have Experiences (Medium/Minor site): - More than 10 years of experience in the field of Security and at least 5 years of experience in a team leading role in a similar position for mid-sized organization and directly report to Site Head.
• Must-have Experiences (Medium/Minor site): - Rich experience leading Security operations of Access Control, Traffic Management, De-risking, Infra-structure and people protection, Fraud and misconduct investigation, Security technology solution, Security threat, Risk Assessment, Surveillance and systems management for medium sized site/ plant/ work-unit
• Must-have Experiences (Medium/Minor site): - Exposure to Security risk management verticals and seasoned understanding of crisis management and physical asset protection
• Must-have Experiences (Medium/Minor site): - Experience managing operational budgets with exceptional planning and project management skills
• Must-have Experiences (Medium/Minor site): - Up to date knowledge and experience with regulatory compliance issues
• Must-have Experiences (Medium/Minor site): - Robust understanding of investigation techniques and audit procedures
• Preferred Experiences: - Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as an ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Preferred Experiences: - Preferable to have military experience
• Preferred Experiences: - Rich experience interfacing with all levels of management; Experience of managing complex stakeholder interactions and leading discussions with top management
• Preferred Experiences: - Experience in implementation of latest technology tools, systems, and applications in Security operations
• Preferred Experiences: - Experience in project management in implementation of security automation and infrastructure