Safety and Security Engineer/Specialist

Job Description:

Our client specializes in guiding organizations across both private and public sectors on their transformative path to the cloud, leveraging their cutting-edge Sovereign Multi-Cloud for Business Platform. Renowned as leaders in the design, supervision of construction, and operation of Data Centers throughout the MENA and GCC regions, they actively contribute to fostering innovation and operational efficiency. With a focus on strategic IT transformation, the company aligns closely with client objectives, providing invaluable support in effective planning, seamless implementation, and proficient management of IT infrastructure.

Scope of Work:

The Safety & Security Manager holds the responsibility to ensure Data Centers occupants are working

within a safe and secure environment. This role involves assessing and mitigating risks, developing and

enforcing safety & security policies, and coordinating emergency response efforts ensuring physical

security, access control, and compliance with safety & security standards and regulations. The person in

this position will be conducting regular audits and ensuring that the staff is trained in security and safety

protocols.

Required Skills:

• Experience in law enforcement & Rescue training

• Arabic Speaker

• Proven ability to manage emergencies and de-escalate conflicts.

• Experience preferred in training individuals in safety and security policies and procedures

• Communication Skills: Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret information relevant to the position,

and to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

• Strong Leadership

• Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

• Proficient in MS office

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Documenting and reporting skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Always maintains a calm attitude and sense of control

• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information

• Legal & moral integrity

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Disaster & Emergency

Management, Military Science, or a related field.

Training and Certifications:

the primary Training and certifications preferred for the Safety & Security Manager include:

• Training in law enforcement.

• Security Certification

• Fire Safety Certification.

• First aid certification.

After being hired and to accomplish efficiently required duties & responsibilities, S&S Manager should

acquire the below required trainings:

• Concept of Operation & Maintenance.

• Facility Management Policies & Procedures

Years of Experience:

3 years+ of relevant experience in safety & security management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Adhere to Data Center policies and procedures in addition to industry standards and Health and safety rules.

· Ensure adherence to all facility policies and procedures for the Safety & Security team

· Ensure safety and security policies and access procedures are followed at all time

· Establish and maintain a safe environment through leadership and safety programs

· Accountable for site and assets security.

· Accountable for ensuring proper security checks and screening for personnel entering the facility

· Accountable for maintaining security records for CCTV and Access Control, and material deliveries.

· Ensure safety and security team are fully qualified for the job and maintain record for training and qualifications

· Ensure life safety and emergency response drills are performed on time and recorded accordingly

· Coordinate with local police and fire department.

· Accountable for vendors and visitors’ escort.

· Perform any needed change to security documents or security assets

· Maintain an extensive knowledge of safety and security systems

· Play a key role in crisis management and emergency situations

· Manage the Emergency Response Plan, including yearly updates, additions, reviews and staff assignments

· Ensure Staff and DC operations stakeholders are fully aware and trained on the Emergency Response

· Plan to include, but not limited to, knowledge of emergency response protocols, assembly points and reunification procedures

· Lead the investigations into violations and incidents related to safety & security

· Direct the deployment of emergency response personnel to incidents

· Accountable for the Life Safety at the facility, responding to a fire incident, and monitoring Fire Alarm system.

· Accountable for maintaining security & life safety assets in good conditions including First-Aid kit at the site.