VAC-10287 HART Project Manager (Large Contract Experience)

An experienced Project Manager (PM) with operational manager experience, is a critical security role located in hostile environments and has overall responsibility for security operations on the designated site.

They are required to maintain a strong link with the designated client point of contact, Hart Country Management Team (CMT), Project team and any other stakeholders to deliver the security solutions. 

The PM will be the primary focus in country for client liaison and contract compliance.

The post requires prudent management of the security guard force on a daily basis and close liaison with senior management.

Operations

(1)Produce effective SOPs including site
security plans and emergency response procedures for the project to manage all
aspects of the operational delivery.

(2)Ensure the smooth and effective
operational running of the security guard force in accordance with the site
security plan.

(3)Maintain responsibility for the
delivery of all monthly training requirements and the subsequent upkeep of
training records for all the security guards. Ensuring communication and
understanding of required policies and delivery requirements are met.

(4)Maintain operational oversight and
control of all checks and planning requirements pertaining to quality and
auditing.

(5)In conjunction with Logistics ensure
all equipment, weapons are clean, serviceable, maintained, and complete.

(6)Act as the Company Liaison between the
guard workforce, the CMT and client. Must be the first point of contact for any
issues in relation to the Static workforce.

(1)Keep client and CMT briefed on all
security matters. Provide clear concise reports.

(2)Remain fully aware and conversant in
all procedures inclusive of Client Company Procedures, contractual and company
requirements and ensure dissemination to all LN Hart employees.

(3)Ensure all members of the Guard force
are aware of prevailing threat, changes to work schedule and incidents. 

Contract
& Legal Compliant

(1)Maintain standards in all posts
including but not limited to access control and patrolling, communication
procedures, firearm handling, compliance, and SOPs.

(2)oversee the management of workplace
Health & Safety, ensuring that Risk and COSHH assessments are carried out
and updated according to legislation, as well as having a proactive approach to
the health and safety of clients and employees regarding training and
awareness.

(3)Act as the project Expert on adherence
to the standards and principles as defined in the International Code of
Conduct, The Montreux Document, PSCI standards. Ensure teams compliance with
the Rules for Use of Force and the laws of armed conflict, Anti- corruption,
and Bribery laws. 

(4) Ensure compliance with Hart and the Clients
health and safety standards including:

–
Vehicle inspections, training, and use

–
Firearms inspections, training and use

–
Fire response drills

–
Personal and catering hygiene

–
Company Life Saving Rules

–
Prohibition of the abuse of alcohol and narcotics

Finance

(1)     Project Managing a detailed budget – all financial transactions in accordance with Hart Financial Instructions, particular attention is to be paid to the handling of and accounting for cash.

(2)Ensure that cost effectiveness is a key
driver within all business activities.

(3)Monitor cash flow closely and forecast
problems.

(4)Oversee the financial aspects of
projects within your area.

(5)Ensure all financial reports, records
of income and expenditure are produced when required.

Human
Resource

(1)Prepare Job Specifications on behalf of
Country Manager (CM) or Head of HR for all posts.

(2)Planning for manning, anticipate future
requirements through resignations and terminations to ensure a pipeline of
candidates have been identified and ready for mobilisation. Complete interviews
with short-listed candidates and recommend for hire.

(3)Conduct and supervise performance
reviews for each rotation. Provide completed performance reviews to the HR Manager.

(4)Direct and manage programme of work for
the guard force within your domain, ensuring that a leave programme is properly
managed. Oversee the Guard Commanders leave programme to ensure compliance with
Company standards.

(5)In liaison with the Training Team, ensure
staff are trained and qualified for their role, complete competency
evaluations,  maintain training records

(6)Ensure that the UN workforce is managed
in accordance with the policies and directives laid down by the Head of HR and
local employment regulations.

Establish
and maintain transparent communication lines with the Afghanistan Country
Management team to manage personnel and social issues. 

a.Formal
security/business/international relations qualification

b.Recognised
workplace health and safety qualification ie: IOSH or equivalent desirable

c.Close
Protection Qualification/Hostile Environment Training Essential

d.Well-developed
English oral and written skills.

e.Ability
to think under pressure and guide a team

f.Computer
literate with knowledge of MS Office applications

g.Effective
time-management skills

Well balanced interpersonal and client focussed
skills