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