Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Implements approved departmental policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls covering all areas of the Security department so that all relevant procedural and legislative requirements are adhered to while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner.

Day-to-Day Operations

• Supervises the implementation of the day-to-day operations assigned for the Security department to ensure compliance with established policies, processes, and procedures.

• Investigation & Reporting.

• Supervises the effective implementation of the incident investigation process and undertakes, as necessary, investigations and reporting of security incidents (where required, in conjunction with appropriate agencies) in a timely and accurate manner, and makes recommendations based on the outcomes of such incidents.

Training & Embedment

• Plans, organises, and conducts a wide range of security training courses for all levels within the organisation to promote security awareness and reduce the number and severity of security incidents.

Maintenance, Testing & Inspection

• Controls and coordinates all maintenance and testing of security protection systems throughout the plant to ensure operational readiness.

• Develops and initiates routine evaluations of the workplace, as required, advising on all aspects of security precautions to identify any areas of non-conformance with local regulatory requirements and internationally accepted standards, and recommends solutions to ensure compliance.

• Maintains familiarity with local regulatory requirements and international standards.

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Complies with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.

People Management

• Supervises the activities and work of subordinates by providing formal and informal feedback to ensure that all work within the Security department is carried out efficiently and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and individual targets.

Related Assignments

• Performs other related duties or assignments as directed.

Authority / Decision Making

Guidelines

• Thinking within clearly defined policies, standards, and specific objectives.

Decision Making

• Direction of work is subject to established practices and procedures, with output managed accordingly.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent, or at least 10 years of relevant experience.

  • Preferably accredited or holding membership with a recognised association.

  Minimum Experience

  • 4–6 years of relevant experience in EHSFS within a similar manufacturing industry, including at least 2 years in positions with progressively increasing managerial responsibilities.

  Skills

  • Preferably bilingual (Arabic and English).

  • Certified Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO).

  • Knowledgeable in ISPS Code.

  • Knowledgeable in Physical Information Security.

  • Knowledgeable in Electronic Security Access Control Systems, CCTV Security Systems, burglar alarm systems, intrusion detection systems, and fire systems.

  • Experience in administering a department, preferably within a multinational team environment.

  • Proficiency in SAP applications.

  • Proficiency in computer applications.