About Company
Seeking a stable and secure environment? Career.zycto understands the value of dedication and peace of mind, especially for essential roles like yours. We specialize in connecting diligent individuals like you with employers who prioritize safety, integrity, and a supportive workplace. Our clients, including residential property owners, seek the best talent. Career.zycto focuses on fostering reliable long-term placements, ensuring you find not just a job, but a secure professional home where your vigilance and commitment are genuinely appreciated.
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Job Description
Are you a highly reliable, vigilant, and dedicated individual seeking a stable long-term opportunity that comes with comfortable living arrangements? Career.zycto is actively recruiting for a meticulous Gatekeeper to oversee and secure a private residential property situated in the esteemed GRA Phase 2 area of Port Harcourt. This isn’t merely a job; it’s an invitation to become an integral part of ensuring paramount safety and complete peace of mind for our clients’ residents, offering a secure and supportive environment where your commitment and diligence are profoundly valued.
As the designated Gatekeeper, you will serve as the primary point of contact and the critical first line of defense for the entire property. Your core responsibility will encompass the meticulous control of all entry and exit points, diligently verifying the identity of all visitors, meticulously maintaining comprehensive visitor logs, and ensuring that only authorized personnel and vehicles are granted access. Beyond regulating entry, you will be tasked with continuous monitoring of security cameras and promptly reporting any suspicious activities, security breaches, or unusual incidents to the designated management and appropriate contacts without delay. This proactive approach is vital to maintaining an impregnable security perimeter.
Furthermore, this role involves a significant degree of community interaction, requiring you to maintain a consistently polite, firm, and professional demeanor when communicating with residents, their guests, service providers, and emergency personnel. Your ability to communicate clearly and respectfully, even under pressure, is paramount. This unique position proudly includes complimentary, comfortable, and private on-site accommodation, providing you with a stable and secure living arrangement directly at your place of work. This invaluable benefit significantly reduces commuting stress, ensures your immediate availability for shifts, and fosters a seamless integration into the property’s security framework.
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We are specifically seeking an individual who demonstrates strong initiative, possesses an exceptionally keen eye for detail, and is unwavering in their commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety, order, and professionalism. Your constant presence and diligent oversight will be crucial in fostering and maintaining a secure, harmonious, and well-managed residential environment. The ideal candidate will exhibit impeccable integrity, superior observational skills, and the critical ability to react calmly, effectively, and decisively in various situations, ranging from routine inquiries to unexpected events. You will also be expected to conduct regular, thorough patrols of the perimeter, diligently inspecting fences, gates, and common areas, and to promptly report any observed maintenance issues, unusual occurrences, or potential vulnerabilities within the property grounds. This role demands flexibility, a readiness to respond proactively to unforeseen circumstances, and an unwavering commitment to always prioritizing the safety and security of the residents and the property. If you are searching for a rewarding role where your vigilance makes a tangible difference, coupled with the unparalleled benefit of secure on-site living, then we wholeheartedly encourage you to submit your application today.
Key Responsibilities
- Control and monitor all entry and exit points to the property.
- Verify the identity of visitors and maintain accurate visitor logs.
- Operate and monitor security cameras, reporting any unusual activities.
- Conduct regular patrols of the property perimeter.
- Communicate professionally with residents, guests, and service personnel.
- Report any security breaches, suspicious activities, or maintenance issues promptly.
- Manage parcel deliveries and guest access according to established protocols.
- Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies and unusual situations.
- Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of the gatehouse area.
Required Skills
- Strong sense of responsibility and integrity
- Excellent observational skills and attention to detail
- Basic communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to operate security equipment (e.g., CCTV, gate control systems)
- Reliability and punctuality
- Physical fitness for patrols and standing duties
- Ability to follow instructions meticulously
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a security, gatekeeping, or facility management role
- Basic first aid knowledge
- Familiarity with local security protocols
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive monthly salary
- Complimentary on-site accommodation
- Utilities included (electricity, water)
- Stable and long-term employment opportunity
- Supportive working environment
- Opportunity to make a tangible impact on safety and security
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application by clicking the link below.
