Senior Assistant Director/ Assistant Director

Gardens by the Bay; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent horticultural attraction in Singapore is seeking a Senior Assistant Director/Assistant Director (Security) to lead security planning and operations. This role requires extensive experience in managing security systems and a strong ability to lead a team. The successful candidate will ensure the safety of the venue, support major events, and enhance security capabilities through innovation. Ideal for those with leadership experience in large establishments and ready to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant working experience in managing security systems and projects.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team.
• Experience in crowd control and managing large scale events.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and development efforts of the Security department.
• Evaluate current procedures and practices in relation to security.
• Develop and implement security training.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Crowd control

Communication skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in relevant fields

Job description

Company Description

An integral part of Singapore's "City in a Garden" vision, Gardens by the Bay spans a total of 101 hectares of prime land at the heart of Singapore's new downtown - Marina Bay. Comprising three waterfront gardens - Bay South, Bay East and Bay Central - Gardens by the Bay will be a showcase of horticulture and garden artistry that will bring the world of plants to Singapore and present Singapore to the World. We have career opportunities for the following and we would like to invite suitably qualified candidates to join us.

Designation

Senior Assistant Director/ Assistant Director (Security)

Responsibilities

You will lead the planning and development efforts, command centre and site management of the Security department. You shall spearhead transformation and developmental efforts to enhance current capabilities and be the overall person in charge of Gardens by the Bay (GB)'s physical security assets and personnel. You will ensure the fulfilment of strategic and operational requirements during major events and key visits, and to support and cover your peers in the Operations and Administrative sections where needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, examine, analyse, evaluate and supervise GB's security operations, inclusive of physical security assets and security and surveillance personnel
• Prepare reports and records for management team
• Evaluate current procedures, practices and precedents in relation to security
• Identify and resolve recurrent security related issues
• Develop and implement up to date digital and technological solutions for security operations improvement
• Develop preventative security measures, emergency or crisis management and contingency plans and conduct preparatory drills and training for security and other related personnel to respond to potential security crisis
• Conduct physical assessment of premise security, including security equipment condition
• Conduct, supervise and prepare reports relating to internal investigations of any losses or violations of GB's security policies and procedures. Develop, implement and manage security training
• Serves as GB's liaison with public law enforcement, fire and other agencies as it relates to security at GB
• Perform other activities as assigned by Management from time to time

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in relevant fields
• At least 10 years of relevant working experience in managing security systems, projects and security guards
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team
• Experience in crowd control and managing large scale events
• Prior experience in uniformed organisations and/or leadership role in large establishments or installations will be an added advantage
• Good communication skills and ability to motivate team are essential
• Able to work on weekends and after office hours