Industrial Security Lead (Full-Time Embedded 12-Month Contract Role) | Riyadh, SA

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking an experienced Industrial Security Lead in Saudi Arabia to manage security operations for a major project. Responsibilities include compliance oversight, conducting security audits, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in corporate security within high-risk environments, alongside strong communication and crisis management skills. This role offers a competitive package with logistics included and a 12-month contract with potential extension.

Benefits

Vehicle provided

Accommodation provided

Food and laundry provided

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in corporate security or similar in high-risk countries.
• Strong background in HCIS (Security) and regulatory requirements for greenfield industrial projects.
• Minimum five years of managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective oversight of construction security in accordance with agreed standards.
• Conduct monthly security compliance inspections and quarterly security audits.
• Manage the EHS&S Risk Register and ensure all risks are documented.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of political and security issues in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.

Excellent communication skills

Strong networking and negotiating abilities

Ability to prioritize tasks effectively

Proven integrity

Education

MBA, MSc - Risk & Resilience or equivalent

ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or equivalent

BA BSc - Security Risk Management or equivalent

Job description

Industrial Security Lead (Full-Time Embedded 12-Month Contract Role)

Industrial Security Lead (Full-Time Embedded 12-Month Contract Role)

Job Description

WSP in Middle East is seeking an experienced Industrial Security Lead to oversee and manage security operations for a major project in the Tabuk and Neom region.

This role is integral to ensuring the safety and security of personnel and assets during construction activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for compliance, monitoring, and effective implementation of security systems in accordance with project standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective oversight of construction security in accordance with agreed standards and governance.
• Conduct monthly security compliance inspections and quarterly security audits of project sites.
• Manage the EHS&S Risk Register, ensuring all risks are documented, tracked, and escalated as needed.
• Collaborate daily, weekly, and monthly with internal security stakeholders and external security representatives.
• Deliver security onboarding presentations and conduct continuous horizon scanning for security threats.
• Provide documented security performance inputs for monthly and quarterly reporting requirements.
• Maintain the Security Incident Log and track incident closure within agreed timeframes.
• Mentor the Operations Security Manager during the initial 90-day period.
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the EHS&S Director

Qualifications

• Relevant academic degree or professional qualification from a recognised security authority.
  • Examples:
    • MBA, MSc - Risk & Resilience / Organizational Resilience or equivalent
    • ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or equivalent
    • BA BSc - Security Risk Management or equivalent
• Minimum five years of experience in corporate security or a similar commercial environment in high-risk countries with practical experience in project management, incident and crisis management.
• Minimum five years of managerial experience.
• Strong background in HCIS (Security) and regulatory requirements for greenfield industrial projects.

Desired

• Project management qualification or experience (Prince2, Six Sigma, PMP).
• Health & Safety qualification or experience (IOSH Managing Safely, NCRQ Safety for Managers, NEBOSH General Certificate).
• Lead Auditor training and certification (ISO 9000, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, etc.)

Skills & Technical Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of political and security issues in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with strong networking and negotiating abilities.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workloads effectively with minimal supervision.
• Proven integrity and high personal standards of behaviour.

Logistics:

• Vehicle, flights, and laptop are provided for the duration of the contract.
• Food, accommodation, and laundry are to be provided.
• Working hours: Saturday to Thursday, 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM (with 1-hour lunch break).
• Initial contract duration: 12 months with an option to extend (8:2 rotation schedule).

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