The Director of Security will represent the company leading the implementation of Security procedures, compliance, licensing, government affairs, DCT, CID interaction and fire management strategies.
Will possess a working knowledge of ISO 2012/1 auditing process. Developing workplace health and safety initiatives, leading on health, safety, compliance related projects and influencing the culture in the business. This department will also oversee the parking management of the Yas Bay Arena both on non-event and event days.
Ensure safety, security and satisfaction of guests while attending events at YMC +EY Park venue by developing and implementing comprehensive security plans
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Conduct risk assessments and determine appropriate security measures to mitigate potential threats.
• Develop and implement security plans for all events and activities taking place within the Venus.
• Responsible for recruiting, training and managing security personnel of the Venue by overseeing the deployment of security personnel during events, monitoring their performance and evaluating their training needs.
• Establish and maintain communication with external agencies (law enforcement, emergency services and private security firms) to ensure a coordinated response to any security incidents – share information, coordinate response plans and provide support as needed.
• Responsible for investigating security incidents and breaches within the Venues, documenting them in incident reports and developing strategies to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
• Analyze security footage and collaborate with law enforcement agencies and other external agencies as needed. In collaboration with the Government Affairs department.
• Develop emergency response plans that can be activated in the event of a security threat or incident – conduct emergency drills, provide training to staff and security personnel and ensure that all emergency equipment and supplies are readily available. In collaboration with HSE.
• Manage and maintain all security equipment and technology within the Venue including cameras, metal detectors and access control systems – perform routine maintenance, upgrade systems as needed and train staff and security personnel on how to use the equipment.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with guests and clients, ensuring they feel safe and comfortable within the Venue – respond to guest inquiries, address complaints and provide assistance as required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and legal requirements; and the Company’s governance structures e.g. Articles of Association, DoA, policies and procedures, trade license requirements, any relevant regulatory requirements.
• Execute reasonable requests from reporting line i.e. requests within the broad scope of the roles and responsibilities of this job description.
Requirements:
- 5 to 10 years’ experience in a security & guest management role within the entertainment industry, preferably in venue management
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations and procedures
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and to operate within tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of security management processes.
- Crisis management.
- Languages: English and Arabic is mandatory
- Attention to detail;
- A flexible approach to work;
- Supervisory Experience.
- The ability to work a flexible schedule when required, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Hospitality, or related field
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Behaviours
The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required by the successful candidate:
- Pro-active attitude
- Communicative: the ability to engage with a verity of internal and external
- Commercial sensibility and a general business acumen.
