Job Description

What the role is:The work of an MFA Security Officer (SO) is never a dull one. No two days are ever the same. We invite candidates with experience in the field of physical security to join us. Candidates should be familiar with various security operations and have some experience in operating security and access control systems.What you will be working on:

• Manage a team of outsourced auxiliary police officers and unarmed guards xe2x80xa2 Perform security and access management at official events xe2x80xa2 Exercise command and control over the security systems in the Operation Centre, including performing basic trouble shooting procedures xe2x80xa2 Perform general security duties such as escort of visitors and contractors xe2x80xa2 Perform Duty Security Officer duty to maintain security within MFA HQ - may need to work weekends and night shifts xe2x80xa2 Perform on-site incident management xe2x80xa2 Conduct independent investigation works xe2x80xa2 Perform frontline duty (at our static guard post/counter) to assist visitors xe2x80xa2 Inspect the Ministry's official fleet of vehicles and carry out its associated maintenance regime xe2x80xa2 Provide driving support for official business, including dispatch duties

What we are looking for:

• Singapore citizen xe2x80xa2 Relevant experience in security enforcement and security systems xe2x80xa2 Basic communication skills in English xe2x80xa2 Computer literacy skills in Microsoft office programmes xe2x80xa2 PLRD certification xe2x80xa2 Valid Class 3 Driving licence with at least 2 years driving experience and a good driving record xe2x80xa2 Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance programmes xe2x80xa2 At least two years of experience working as a security officer in a physical security agency or equivalent Note: Candidates who have had previous work experience in a uniformed organisation such as MHA, SPF, ICA, MINDEF etc can be exempted from the requirement of PLRD certification as well as the minimum of two years work experience as a security officer You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time. Find Out More/Contact Us Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you wish to find out more or hear from our officers, please visit our website at www.mfa.gov.sg/career. If you have any queries, please contact us at mfa_career@mfa.gov.sg. If you have difficulty submitting your application on Career@Gov, please email your application and resume to Sherleena_Quah@mfa.gov.sg and Chow_Pei_Shang@mfa.gov.sg.

About Ministry of Foreign Affairs:At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), safeguarding and advancing the interests of Singapore and Singaporeans through effective diplomacy is at the heart of what we do. MFA has global operations in 50 Overseas Missions worldwide. We pride our success on the efforts of our people, and in every portfolio, everyone has a role to play. Individuals with a keen interest in the public sector will find opportunities to pursue a fulfilling career in MFA.

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