Manager/Senior Manager, Security

National Library Board

Fixed Terms

Closing on 14 Sep 2025

What the role is

The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.

At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.
We can offer you:
• A chance to Impact the Community, bridge gaps and empower everyone with the opportunity for learning and discovery.
• An opportunity to Innovate and Push Boundaries. We value ideas, curiosity and a passion for innovation to transform our libraries and archives.
• An organisation that Cares for your Growth and Wellbeing through investment in staff development and wellbeing in a supportive and collaborative environment.

This position resides with the Properties & Facilities Management (PFM) Division, reporting to the Assistant Director, Security. The appointed jobholder will be responsible for managing day-to-day physical security operations, defining security procedures, handling security incidents and the security system of all NLB premises. The successful candidate is also required to assist with the audits, policies & plans and also oversee the procurement & contractual matters relating to Physical Security.

What you will be working on

1. Security Management

Manage day-to-day physical security operations of all NLB premises but not limited to access control system, CCTV system, security officer management, standard operating procedures (SOP), security audits & incident management, Security policies.
Assist in the management and development of NLB’s physical security infrastructure, systems, and assets for existing and new facilities and buildings
Engagement of security contractors to review existing procedures and to implement new initiatives to improve the overall physical security standards of NLB.
Conduct safety and security checks for compliance with the sectoral regulatory requirements.
Identify, investigate and/or resolve security incidents

2. Contract Management

Plan and execute security related projects
Plan and manage tender process for security related projects
Contract & Contractor management

3. Procurement support

Plan and manage procurement process
Manage the various Fund sources
Verify invoices for goods/ services received

What we are looking for

2 to 13 years of relevant experience
Professional certifications in Physical Security preferred
Prior experience in government procurement policies & guidelines preferred
Self-motivated, responsible, possess good interpersonal and people management skills
Good command of English (spoken and written)
Meticulous and attentive to details
Able to cope with a fast-paced work environment

The successful applicant will first be appointed on a 2-year contract basis.

About National Library Board

To each reader, the library is a window to a vibrant imagination and exciting possibilities. For families, the library experience occupies a special in their hearts and of memories collected over generations. Libraries hold a special and familiar place in each of our hearts. NLB seeks to provide a trusted, accessible and globally-connected library and information service so as to promote a knowledgeable and engaged society. If you share our passion to create memorable library experiences for all our readers, we invite you to join the NLB family.

About your application process

This job is closing on 14 Sep 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Library Board or the wider Public Service.