Senior Security Lead – Libreville

About the role

The Senior Security Lead will provide security advice to in‑country management and oversee the implementation of security measures across Ivindo Iron’s facilities in Gabon. Reporting to the Principal Security Advisor, the role ensures a safe operating environment while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Advise and support Libreville management on all security‑related matters.
• Act as understudy and replace the Principal Security Advisor when absent.
• Monitor performance of security contractors and conduct regular meetings with public security authorities.
• Prepare security risk assessments, plans and procedures using approved templates.
• Coordinate security support for VIP visits and public security support in line with the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights.
• Monitor security trends, draft routine reports and conduct security surveys of Fortescue Belinga facilities.
• Lead incident analysis, advise the Incident Controller and implement remedial actions.
• Provide security briefings and training to personnel and operational partners.

Required profile

• Security vocational training; tertiary qualification in security risk management or related discipline is highly desirable.
• Fluency in French and English with strong written and oral communication skills.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible security operations experience in the resources industry or an international organisation.
• Ability to obtain a work permit under Gabonese employment legislation.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel