Background

Novotel is a French midscale hotel brand owned by Accor.[1] Created in 1967 in France, the company grew into what became the Accor group in 1983, and Novotel remained a pillar brand of Accor's multi-brand strategy. Novotel manages 559 hotels in 65 countries (2021).[2] Since 2010, Novotel also includes the apartment hotel brand Novotel Suites

Responsibilities

• Assist to streamline the security program to safeguard the property.
• To safeguard guests, visitors, employees and the property when in the premises.
• Analyze the various problems confronting the Security Department & develop solutions.
• Design & develop techniques to prevent or minimize waste, theft or pilferage.
• Adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures & ensure the same by the security team.
• Any matter which may effect the interests of the hotel should be brought to the attention of the Management.
• Assist to identify the major facilities and security equipment requirements for the department and the property.
• Provide effective support to the team to enable them to provide a range of effective and efficient services.
• Respond to customer queries by resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure personnel & guest satisfaction.
• Ensure that the team has been trained for all safety provisions.
• Motivate and develop staff to ensure smooth functioning of the department.
• Identify optimal, cost-effective use of the resources and educate the team on the same.
• Submit Annual Security Operations & Capital budgets to the General Manager.
• Ensure to have a thorough knowledge of, the laws of arrest, search and seizure and with the investigation techniques in case of an inquiry.
• Constant supervision of the team members.
• Inspect the exhibits during conventions to ensure that, public safety and fire regulations are enforced.
• Coordinate operations with Team Leaders and other Departmental Managers to ensure operational readiness, efficiency in resource utilization, and the prompt delivery of services.
• Ensure to offer special protection to VIPs and Government Dignitaries.
• Coordinate all investigations regarding theft or damage of property & personnel injury occurring within the premises with outside agencies & legal representatives.
• Ensure that Daily Activity Report reflects a true account of all security activities that take place during the day.
• Ensure to make clear and concise plans, while dealing with emergencies.
• Ensure that fire prevention and safety procedures are maintained in all areas of the hotel.
• Ensure that all security operations are in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Liaise with local Police, Fire Brigade and other Government agencies and maintain public relations with them to ensure their complete co-operation.
• To handle guest complaints pertaining to security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts in Criminology or related studies
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity
• Certificates in CPR, First Aid Management and Basic Fire Fighting
• No criminal record

Competencies

• Strong leadership, interpersonal and training skills
• Good communication skills
• Honest with a high level of integrity
• Ability to remain calm and react fast to situations
• Results and service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations
• A team player & builder
• A motivator & self-starter
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times

• Assist to streamline the security program to safeguard the property.
• To safeguard guests, visitors, employees and the property when in the premises.
• Analyze the various problems confronting the Security Department & develop solutions.
• Design & develop techniques to prevent or minimize waste, theft or pilferage.
• Adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures & ensure the same by the security team.
• Any matter which may effect the interests of the hotel should be brought to the attention of the Management.
• Assist to identify the major facilities and security equipment requirements for the department and the property.
• Provide effective support to the team to enable them to provide a range of effective and efficient services.
• Respond to customer queries by resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure personnel & guest satisfaction.
• Ensure that the team has been trained for all safety provisions.
• Motivate and develop staff to ensure smooth functioning of the department.
• Identify optimal, cost-effective use of the resources and educate the team on the same.
• Submit Annual Security Operations & Capital budgets to the General Manager.
• Ensure to have a thorough knowledge of, the laws of arrest, search and seizure and with the investigation techniques in case of an inquiry.
• Constant supervision of the team members.
• Inspect the exhibits during conventions to ensure that, public safety and fire regulations are enforced.
• Coordinate operations with Team Leaders and other Departmental Managers to ensure operational readiness, efficiency in resource utilization, and the prompt delivery of services.
• Ensure to offer special protection to VIPs and Government Dignitaries.
• Coordinate all investigations regarding theft or damage of property & personnel injury occurring within the premises with outside agencies & legal representatives.
• Ensure that Daily Activity Report reflects a true account of all security activities that take place during the day.
• Ensure to make clear and concise plans, while dealing with emergencies.
• Ensure that fire prevention and safety procedures are maintained in all areas of the hotel.
• Ensure that all security operations are in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Liaise with local Police, Fire Brigade and other Government agencies and maintain public relations with them to ensure their complete co-operation.
• To handle guest complaints pertaining to security.

• Strong leadership, interpersonal and training skills
• Good communication skills
• Honest with a high level of integrity
• Ability to remain calm and react fast to situations
• Results and service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations
• A team player & builder
• A motivator & self-starter
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times

• Bachelor of Arts in Criminology or related studies
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity
• Certificates in CPR, First Aid Management and Basic Fire Fighting
• No criminal record