Specialist, Plant Security Protection

Scout Motors   

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

Scout is all about respect.  Respect for the environment by developing all-electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location.  Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation.  Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers.  And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. 

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. 

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you’ll do

The Specialist, Plant Security Protection, will assist the Plant Manager, Scout Security and Fire Protection (SFP) in the day-to-day Security activities at Scout’s South Carolina vehicle production plant, assuring the protection of people, corporate assets, production operations and business continuity. Reporting to the Plant Manager, Security and Fire Protection, the Specialist will foster a culture of security awareness throughout the organization, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, drive the implementation of policies, procedures, and standards, and contribute to the long-term goals and objectives of both Scout's security function and production operations. 

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the all-electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Assist in development and implementation of comprehensive security and fire protection policies, procedures, and programs for the manufacturing plant campus in alignment with Scout corporate standards.
• Assist in the management of third-party security professionals in a SOC/Fusion Center or on plant grounds, ensuring effective coordination and allocation of resources to maintain a secure and safe environment.
• Prepare reports, provide situational briefings, train plant security professionals on proper response procedures in a SOC/Fusion Center setting.  Have the ability to communicate to plant leadership on incident response and on how a situation was or will be handled. Provide recommendations as necessary.
• Assist in the management of a security guard contract, ensuring contract adherence, reviewing procedures, and making recommendations as appropriate. Inspecting guard posts, ensuring compliance with guard orders, Scout regulations and policies.
• Assist in the development and delivery of training programs on security procedures for plant employees, contractors, and visitors, fostering a culture of security awareness.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities, and make recommendations to the Plant Manager, Security and Fire Protection, and assist in implementing appropriate countermeasures to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Shop leadership, Facilities, EHS, Plant Engineering, HR, and IT, to incorporate security requirements into operational plans, construction projects, and emergency response protocols.
• Assist in developing scopes of work, engage qualified suppliers, and manage contracts and service delivery for on-site security services and technologies. 
• Ensure the monitoring of electronic security systems, including access control, CCTV surveillance, and alarm systems, to ensure their proper functioning and timely resolution of any technical issues as directed by the Plant Manager, Security and Fire Protection.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local law enforcement, emergency response agencies, and other external stakeholders to facilitate effective incident response and community engagement, under the direction of the Plant Manager, Security and Fire Protection.
• Conduct investigations into on-site security incidents, accidents, and breaches of security, ensuring timely reporting, documentation, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to security, fire protection, and emergency management, and proactive