Security Associate

Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur

Hotel for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences

Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur, the only international brand in Sriperumbudur-Oragadam industrial area and automobile hub. It is a 45-min drive from Chennai airport, and Mahindra world city and just 29 mins from Marimalai Nagar. The hotel features an all-day dining restaurant with alfresco, multiple meeting spaces, a fitness center, travel desk and entertainment facilities. This hotel, located opposite to Apollo Tyres, is also in close proximity to major corporations & IT companies.

Singaperumal Koil and Chengalpattu industrial areas are in vicinity. Kanchipuram famous for its historic temples and Kanjeevaram sarees, Mahabalipuram for its historic monuments and beaches are within an hour drive. Guests can visit historical monuments at Mahabalipuram, the famous Ekambareshva and Kailasanatha temple at Kanchipuram amongst many others. Chennai city Centre is easily accessible to guests via the highway.

Primary Responsibilities

Security Operation

Perform duties according to the Duty Roster prepared by the Security Manager. The Security Associate may be deployed to any of the following Duty Posts: Security Control Room Duty;

Lobby Duty;

Loading Bay;

Patrolling or Observation Duty;

Back of House;

VIP Parking;

Or at any position where operations in Security field will benefit

Ensure that all security systems function smoothly. Initiate immediate corrective action when fault is detected

Assist Management, employees and guests in every way that is consistent with the protection and prevention objectives

Coordinate with various departments and government agencies on routine matters and during emergency

Monitor back of house areas with particular attention to unauthorized entry and exit points

Maintains records in respective Log Books for future reference

Keep Manager or Crisis Management Team informed on the latest development of situation in a crisis

Conduct inventory on keys, passes, walkie-talkies, pagers and all other accountable stock

Ensure the cleanliness of Hotel Security Room and the surrounding areas

Other Responsibilities

Be fully conversant with hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures

Comply with hotel and department policies and procedures at all times

Attend all briefings, meetings and trainings as assigned by management

Report for duty on time wearing clean and complete uniform at all times

Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times

Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Management of the Hotel

Main Complexity/Critical issues in the Job

Maintain highest standards of security within the hotel premises. Be vigilant and react fast when situations arise.

Knowledge and Experience

Degree/Diploma/Secondary education

Certificates in National Skills Recognition System, CPR, First Aid Management and Basic Fire Fighting will be advantageous

Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language

No criminal record

Competencies

Good communication skills

Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times

Honest with a high level of integrity

Ability to remain calm and react fast to situations

Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team

Self-motivated and energetic

Must be well-presented and professionally groomed at all times