Security Officer

Role overview

Security operations and access

• Patrol assigned areas, monitor premises, deter criminal activity, enforce site procedures, and report incidents, accidents, damage, and suspicious activity.
• Verify identification and access credentials, register visitors and contractors, control restricted-area entry, and conduct vehicle or personnel checks where applicable.

Monitoring and emergency response

• Monitor CCTV, alarm panels, access control systems, and other security equipment; record observations and escalate breaches or malfunctions.
• Respond to emergencies, follow escalation procedures, coordinate with emergency services and site management, and assist with crowd management and evacuations.

Service, reporting, and compliance

• Assist employees, visitors, and customers professionally; resolve minor disputes or refer concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare occurrence and incident reports, patrol logs, visitor records, and shift handovers, and submit accurate documentation on time.
• Follow company, client, health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements; report hazards and take part in drills and training.

Qualifications and competencies

• High School Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Physically fit and able to work shifts and conduct patrols.
• Good communication in English; Arabic is an added advantage.
• Strong observation, problem-solving, and incident-reporting skills; professional, customer-focused, discreet, calm in emergencies, and able to work in a team.
• Previous security experience is an advantage.

Preferred certifications

• A valid SIRA Security Guard License is preferred for Dubai operations; a valid PSBD Security Guard License is preferred for Abu Dhabi operations. An equivalent security license is also noted as preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification is an added advantage; fire safety, emergency response, and basic security operations training are preferred.