Occupation – Security Manager

Role Objective:
To lead in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Centre’s security management strategy and programs. To ensure effective security management of the Centre’s facilities, employees and visitors in line with the company security policies and procedures, as well as local laws and regulations
Strategic: 
• Define the Centre’s security management strategy and programs with annual business plans in consultation with the Director and other business & support unit heads (if required)
• Provide guidance on leading and best practices for Centre’s security management programs, standards and solutions to maintain a secure environment for all employees, tenants, consumers and visitors
• Lead and direct all areas of Centre’s security programs & plans, Rapid Intervention programs, loss control, CCTV operations & controls, Crisis management, Incident management & investigation
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the Centre’s security management programs and plans 
• Conduct on-going analysis of security data and information received from internal and external sources and advise on appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• Establish the Centre’s security management policies, procedures and standards and ensure compliance by all company employees, tenants and vendors
• Develop the Centre’s security training strategy and Security Awareness Program in consultation with Facilities Management, Director and other business & support unit heads (if required)Operational 
• Develop Centre’s Security policies and procedures and ensure security activities are in compliance to the approved policies and procedures
• Develop and manage the security section budget and external security contracts in line with the business requirements; taking into consideration a financial performance review on a monthly/ quarterly basis, if changes occur 
• Maintain an effective manpower plan in alignment with the security management strategy, programs and plans
 • Oversee and provide direction on the implementation of all security related projects and technologies including CCTV and other surveillance systems, Access systems, alarm systems and Fire alarm equipment & systems
• Interpret local security laws, regulations as applicable in the Bahrain in coordination with the local government & emergency agencies such as Bahrain Police Department, and others, where required 
• Lead preventive measures and other Centre’s security efforts by identify security initiatives and standards
 • Oversee security incident response planning and investigation breaches; assist with disciplinary and legal matters associated with such breaches 
• Report on a regular basis (monthly, quarterly and annually) Centre’s security management performance report to Senior/ Top management including Centre’s security programs, plans & external contracts, Rapid Intervention programs, loss control, CCTV operations & controls, Crisis management, Incident management & investigation, and financial performance of the Security section 
• Interact with local government & emergency agencies (such as Bahrain Police Department,), media and news agencies in a cohesive manner for all security and legal matters or incidents
• Approve and ensure compliance of the security management training programs for all employees and contract security personnel • Manage external service providers including taxi operators, car valet and water taxi.People• Ensure that the team is adequately staffed as per business requirements and allocate work to subordinates 
• Mentor and coach subordinates to develop their capabilities and build a strong succession pipeline for the role
• Establish the performance plans for direct subordinates; Monitor and guide them in managing their performance by providing appropriate feedback
• Drive the engagement and satisfaction of all employees within the Security section through holding periodic meetings to discuss the achievements and address any employee issues and/or concerns
• Allocate work to subordinates and ensure that subordinates are aware and familiar with assigned tasks and responsibilities 
• Participate in the identification of training and development initiatives for all employees and ensure continuous on-the-job training and other learning interventions for the employees within the section

Education - Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field

Experience
1. A minimum of 10 to 15 years of security experience within centers and/or retail field 
2. At least 5 years in a management role
3. Experience of being part of police or military during his/her tenure