British Embassy
Dubai, UAE
Ref: HP563-92
The Role:
The British Embassy in Dubai is looking for a full-time Security Manager to work in its busy Security Section.
Caveat: The successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Please note that due to the nature of this role and the information handled in this position, only candidates that can obtain a high level of security clearance can be considered.
Main Responsibilities:
• As Security Manager you will work with the Regional Security Manager to be responsible for the supervision of all security personnel and systems, maintaining and testing procedures and the implementation of a consistent approach to provide a safe working environment for office staff.
• The successful candidate will play a significant role in managing the radio communications network.
• You will be responsible for the supervision and management of the access control.
• This position may include some Line Management responsibilities.
• Participation in Embassy emergency planning and any response to a crisis affecting UK citizens.
Requirements
Key Selection Criteria
Essential
• The successful candidate will have excellent English oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills and the ability to work with a diverse range of people.
• Computer literacy in all Microsoft Office packages and accurate typing skills.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain a range of contacts at all levels.
• The job holder should be able to travel overseas to receive training.
Desirable
• Previous experience of working for HMG (Her Majesty’s Government).
• Previous military, police or commercial security industry experience.
Key Competences:
• Delivering Results.
• Managing Self, Others and Resources
• Working with Others
• Communication and Influencing
Working Hours and Remuneration:
The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including: salary of AED 11,360 per month inclusive, Band 14; performance bonus; five weeks’ vacation per annum; medical insurance; free, on-site parking ; and free access to on-site swimming pool, gymnasium and sports facilities.
Conditioned working hours are 38 hours per week. Standard working hours are from 07.30am until 2.30pm on Sunday to Thursday. The successful candidate will be required to be available to work outside normal working hours.
Potential candidates for the position will be invited to take a short written assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be invited back for an interview.
The closing date for all applications is 29th August 2012. Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
The British Embassy Dubai is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to a diverse workforce. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, colour, gender, disability, religion, belief, marital status, creed or age.
About the Company
The British Embassies in Abu Dhabi and Dubai represent Her Majesty's Government in the United Arab Emirates. The Embassy in Abu Dhabi is the focus for bilateral relations between Britain and the Federal Government. The Embassy in Dubai supports the bilateral relationship but with a strong focus on developing trade and economic ties between Britain and Dubai and the Northern Emirates.
Dubai, UAE
Ref: HP563-92
The Role:
The British Embassy in Dubai is looking for a full-time Security Manager to work in its busy Security Section.
Caveat: The successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Please note that due to the nature of this role and the information handled in this position, only candidates that can obtain a high level of security clearance can be considered.
Main Responsibilities:
• As Security Manager you will work with the Regional Security Manager to be responsible for the supervision of all security personnel and systems, maintaining and testing procedures and the implementation of a consistent approach to provide a safe working environment for office staff.
• The successful candidate will play a significant role in managing the radio communications network.
• You will be responsible for the supervision and management of the access control.
• This position may include some Line Management responsibilities.
• Participation in Embassy emergency planning and any response to a crisis affecting UK citizens.
Requirements
Key Selection Criteria
Essential
• The successful candidate will have excellent English oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills and the ability to work with a diverse range of people.
• Computer literacy in all Microsoft Office packages and accurate typing skills.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain a range of contacts at all levels.
• The job holder should be able to travel overseas to receive training.
Desirable
• Previous experience of working for HMG (Her Majesty’s Government).
• Previous military, police or commercial security industry experience.
Key Competences:
• Delivering Results.
• Managing Self, Others and Resources
• Working with Others
• Communication and Influencing
Working Hours and Remuneration:
The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including: salary of AED 11,360 per month inclusive, Band 14; performance bonus; five weeks’ vacation per annum; medical insurance; free, on-site parking ; and free access to on-site swimming pool, gymnasium and sports facilities.
Conditioned working hours are 38 hours per week. Standard working hours are from 07.30am until 2.30pm on Sunday to Thursday. The successful candidate will be required to be available to work outside normal working hours.
Potential candidates for the position will be invited to take a short written assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be invited back for an interview.
The closing date for all applications is 29th August 2012. Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
The British Embassy Dubai is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to a diverse workforce. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, colour, gender, disability, religion, belief, marital status, creed or age.
About the Company
The British Embassies in Abu Dhabi and Dubai represent Her Majesty's Government in the United Arab Emirates. The Embassy in Abu Dhabi is the focus for bilateral relations between Britain and the Federal Government. The Embassy in Dubai supports the bilateral relationship but with a strong focus on developing trade and economic ties between Britain and Dubai and the Northern Emirates.