Security Guard – Residential Estate (Syokimau)

About the role

Lifestyle Gardens Limited is hiring a security guard for its residential estate near Syokimau. The postholder controls access, patrols the grounds and responds to incidents, representing the company with discipline and courtesy. Candidates must live near Syokimau.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and control pedestrian and vehicular entry, verify visitor credentials, log vehicle details and issue visitor passes.
• Carry out routine and random patrols of the estate grounds, perimeter walls and common areas to deter unauthorized access, vandalism or suspicious activity.
• Monitor surveillance systems, gates and lighting so that security infrastructure works effectively.
• Respond promptly to security alarms, resident distress calls or breaches of estate rules, taking initial action and reporting incidents to management.
• Be ready to assist during emergencies such as fires, medical emergencies or security breaches, coordinating with local authorities or emergency responders when needed.
• Maintain daily occurrence logs, shift handover notes and incident reports covering movements, visitors and events during the shift.
• Represent the company with high standards of discipline, courtesy and respect toward residents, guests and authorities.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a security guard, watchman or in a similar protective services role; residential estate security experience is an advantage.
• High level of physical fitness and alertness, able to stand for long periods and patrol at night.
• Integrity, punctuality and the ability to follow SOPs and supervisory instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication in English and Swahili, able to write clear incident reports and logs.
• Valid national identity card, police clearance certificate and relevant security training certifications.