Security Manager - Ukraine Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Kyiv, Kyiv city (Job ID 50093)

Description

Tetra Tech is Leading with Science®  to deliver transformative energy solutions for clients worldwide. Our work helps people and businesses plug in to reliable electricity, strengthens energy security, and powers resilient economies. We structure finance to drive deals that maximize advanced technologies and promote energy independence. We help create efficient utilities and modern power grids. We promote broad-based economic opportunities in the global energy sector. We improve lives and livelihoods by addressing the critical intersections of energy with health, water, and food security.

Project Summary

Tetra Tech is providing energy expertise and related technical and material assistance to the Government of Ukraine. This project focuses on enhancing the resilience, reliability, affordability, and security of the electricity, natural gas, and district heating sectors. The scope of work includes addressing immediate challenges and physical damage to energy infrastructure, as well as preparing for Ukraine's post-war reconstruction and long-term energy security.

Position Summary

Tetra Tech is recruiting a Security Manager to oversee and manage the project's security operations (strategies, policies, procedures and protocols) and logistics, safety and security activities in compliance with local government regulations, and Tetra Tech policies, directives, and procedures. This individual will play a key role in implementing safety and security arrangements for local and international staff based in Ukraine, as well as staff traveling to and from Ukraine. The Security Manager will supervise the Safety & Logistics Assistant and project drivers.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop, improve, and implement security policies and procedures, including emergency preparedness plans, to protect company assets and employees.
• Conduct regular safety drills and assessments, threat analyses, and security audits to ensure readiness in emergencies by identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Investigate all security incidents in a timely manner, propose solutions, and maintain relevant records.
• Oversee and inspect the physical security of facilities (office building, expat staff accommodations), access and alarm systems, and organize the visitor management system.
• Manage travel and transportation for staff and visitors, including before, during, and after travel to Ukraine:
  • Assess and manage travel risks and oversee security briefings
  • Establish security measures and propose itineraries for domestic and regional travel
  • Oversee security and logistics support in accordance with security policies, protocols, and best practices
  • Provide timely tracking and support to all staff during their business travel
• Develop, implement and maintain the telecommunication and mobile device security policy.
• Manage and conduct daily checks of employees' current locations and implement control trackers of movements for expatriate employees.
• Manage and provide weekly security reports.
• Serve as primary POC for security and emergency situations and as adviser for staff on all safety and security requirements (including first aid kits and grab bags).
• Serve as POC for real estate agents and landlords on behalf of expatriate staff.
• Check the timely response of all employees during air alerts while in the office and ensure their prompt access to the shelter.
• Implement and maintain office fire safety, provide recommendations for the best fire safety equipment, maintain documentation and manage onboarding briefings and fire safety training to the staff as required by regulatory bodies.
• Draft and organize security related documentation according to Tetra Tech policies and local government legislation.
• Supervise and manage the Safety & Logistics Assistant and project drivers providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience (emergency preparedness, crisis management, and security policy development)
• Demonstrated experience working on internationally funded projects in conflict-affected areas
• Demonstrated and in-depth knowledge of risk assessment with hands-on experience in managing security processes, best practices and procedures
• Highly motivated, energetic, independent, with strong duty of care orientation and problem-solving skills
• Organized with keen attention to details and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Flexible, collaborative with strong communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity and professionalism with critical thinking skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to maintain composure and make quick decisions in emergency situations
• Proficiency in computer applications including MS Office: Word, Excel
• Fluency in English and Ukrainian

Preferred but Not Required Qualifications

• Experience working on internationally funded projects in Ukraine

Line Management Responsibility: 3 individuals

Physical Demands and Work Environment:  This will be a hybrid position, but will require frequent, regular attendance at the office in Kyiv, and may entail occasional travel within Ukraine for interaction with local stakeholders.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

We invite applications from all interested parties. 

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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Project opportunity
Energy (International Development)

• Organization: 154 ESI