Security Officer- Detachment Commander

Security Officer- Detachment Commander


Company
LA GUARDIA SECURITY AGENCY
Location
Taguig, Metro Manila
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Detachment Commander

Responsible for:

1. Manning
• Scheduling guards' duty days, rotation, post assignment, days- off.
• Ensure no unmanned post. Coordinate with Agency for relievers when needed
• Enforce manning schedule.

2. Supervision of Guard Force
• Supervise execution of guards' duties and responsibilities. Ensure that the Security Plan, House Rules, and other Security Policies and Procedures are executed strictly.
• Conduct post- to- post inspection to check on the guards' work.
• Issue immediate corrections to guards' infractions and escalate to the Agency for disposition.
• Assist guards during busy periods.
• Disseminate updates to house rules, security policies and procedures, and other instructions form the Client and the Agency and ensure that all guards understand and will comply.
• Resolve escalated complaints, concerns and issues with the guards and the security situation at the site.
• Escalate concerns needing higher authority to the Client Representative and the Agency.
• Conduct frequent drills and simulations for emergency response plans.
• Periodically check issued security equipment and request repair/ replacement of defective items.

3. Technical Works
• Conduct periodic assessment of the site's security situation and recommend improvements to House Rules, Security Plan, and Security Policies and Procedures.
• Prepare Incident Reports for security and safety incidents
• Prepare Information Report for security and safety concerns
• Conduct preliminary investigation for security incidents and assist Account Manager in preparing Investigation Reports
• Prepare Monitoring Reports as instructed by the Client Representative.
• Act as Marshall and Security Team Lead in the ERT

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From Php30,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Taguig: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):
• Clean employment record with no Administrative Case

Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:
• Detachment Commander/ Assistant Detachment Commander: 2 years (Required)
• High Security Post: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:
• Filipino and English (Required)

License/Certification:
• Security Officer Licnese (Required)
• Driver's License for Motorcycle (Preferred)
• Driver's License for 4-wheeled vehicle (Preferred)
• Certified Security Professional (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs

Q What is the daily minimum wage for security guards in Metro Manila starting January 2026?
As per the National Wages and Productivity Commission, the daily minimum wage for security guards in the National Capital Region is PHP 645 as of Wage Order NCR-25 effective January 2026. This covers 8-hour shifts with overtime paid at 125% of the hourly rate calculated from PHP 645 divided by 8.
Q What license must I hold before applying for a security guard position in the Philippines in 2026?
As per the Philippine National Police, all security guards require a valid License to Exercise Security Profession issued by SOSIA with Security Guard License number. The license must be renewed every three years and costs PHP 600 for new applicants as of 2026.
Q How many hours per week can a security guard legally work under 2026 Philippine labor rules?
As per the Department of Labor and Employment, security guards are limited to 48 hours per week with a standard 8-hour daily shift. Any work beyond 8 hours requires overtime pay at 125% of the regular rate starting 2026.
Q What documents are required to apply for a security guard job through a licensed agency in 2026?
As per the Department of Labor and Employment, applicants must submit a valid SOSIA license, NBI clearance issued within 6 months, high school diploma or equivalent, and medical certificate from a DOH-accredited clinic. All documents must be original with photocopies submitted by March 2026 onward.
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