Job Description

Company Description

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 Director of Security. The Security Officer 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.

Qualifications

Secondary / High school education Certificates in National Skills Recognition System, CPR, First Aid Management and Basic Fire Fighting will be advantageous Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a similar capacity Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language No criminal record

Additional Information

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