Role Purpose:

We are looking for a senior physical and operational security professional to lead and coordinate all security aspects of a large renewable energy project in UAE & Libya. It is a corporate / project security management role focused on people, sites, travel, crisis management, and compliance in a high-risk environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Security Strategy & Planning

Define and implement the overall project security strategy
Develop and maintain:
Security Plan
Security Action Plans
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Adapt security measures to each project phase (development, construction, operations)

2. Threat & Risk Management

Monitor the local security situation in Libya and the wider region
Conduct regular Threat Assessments and Risk Assessments
Maintain and update the project risk register
Provide clear security briefings and recommendations to management

3. Operational Security Coordination

Coordinate day-to-day security operations at project and site level
Supervise local security providers (guards, escorts, transport, access control)
Review and validate EPC and O&M contractors’ security arrangements
Ensure access control, movement control, and site security are effectively implemented

4. Travel, Visitors & VIP Security

Prepare and manage secure travel plans for staff and visitors
Organize VIP and executive security when required
Ensure secure accommodation, transport, and escorts
Manage visitor security procedures and country security briefings

5. Incident & Crisis Management

Actively participate in crisis management and emergency response
Support or lead crisis cells when incidents occur
Prepare evacuation, confinement, and emergency response scenarios
Conduct crisis simulations and exercises
Lead or support incident investigations and reporting

6. Training, Awareness & Compliance

Deliver security awareness training to staff and contractors
Promote a strong security culture across the project
Ensure compliance with:
VPSHR (Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights)
CSR and sustainability requirements
Company and industry security standards
Conduct security audits and inspections

7. Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination

Produce regular security reports, incident reports, and dashboards

Liaise with:

Client security teams
Partner companies
Local authorities and security forces (when required)
Act as the single point of contact for all security matters on the project

Required Experience (Mandatory):

10–15+ years of experience in corporate / project security
Proven experience working in high-risk or complex environments (Middle East, Africa, or similar)
Experience in energy, oil & gas, mining, or large infrastructure projects

Strong background in:

Physical security
Travel security
Crisis and incident management
Ability to operate autonomously in challenging environments

Strongly Preferred:

Previous experience in Libya or neighboring high-risk countries
Experience working with major international energy companies
Direct experience managing security providers and contractors
Hands-on experience with VPSHR implementation
Fluent English (French and/or Arabic is a strong plus)

Certifications (Preferred / Advantage)

CPP (Certified Protection Professional)
NEBOSH (or equivalent HSE qualification)
ISPS / PFSO
BOSIET / HUET (or willingness to obtain)
Security or risk management certifications from recognized institutes

Personal Attributes

Calm and decisive under pressure
Strong leadership and communication skills
High ethical standards and respect for human rights
Strong writing and reporting skills
Culturally sensitive and diplomatic

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