Security Manager , Doha

Employer: Anantara Doha Island Resort & Spa
Closes:16 September 2013
Location Doha, State of Qatar



Further information
Anantara Doha Island Resort & Spa, is located 6 Nautical Miles at sea from downtown Doha and 20 minutes by boat from Doha International Airport on an exclusive 13 hectare island that boasts its own marina
and reefs. Guests will enjoy a choice of 141 rooms, suites, pool villas and over water villas, as well as four swimming pools, four unique dining options, an Anantara spa and fitness centre, water sports, a nine hole putting golf course, cinema, children’s club, activities’ pool and dedicated family beach. Anantara Doha Island will welcome guests from early 2014. This will be a unique property, focused on wellness, unmatched in the Middle East.

Your key responsibilities for this position will be as follows:
- Ensure the effective implementation of all operational security procedures within the hotel.
- Management and security oversight of all contractors, suppliers or vendors working on property.
- Maintain a close dialogue and relationship with local security authorities.
- Ensure that security officers provide a courteous and professional service to all customers, staff, vendors and suppliers.
- Monitor the navigation system and ensure its smooth running and security
- Vet the daily functions and VIP arrival list and to ensure that security officers are deployed as appropriate
- Account for the master keys of the property and their movements as well as key control in general.
- Keep the hotel senior management informed on all matters relating to the Security aspects of the hotel on a daily basis.
- Review and suggest adjustment to process based on current/future environments.

Incident/Emergency Handling
- Incidents and Emergencies are emotionally charged situation, particularly when there are allegations of theft.  All guests, staff or other people involved must be dealt with sensitively and professionally so as not to inflame the situation.
- To professionally conduct full inquiries and follow-up activities for all security related incidents.
- As required, to carry out formal searches on employees, locker rooms and place of work as directed by hotel management, with the presence of Human Resources Executive as a witness. All people interviewed or searched are to be presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
- To organize the Security Fire Fighting Team in the event of an emergency.

Employee Management
- To guide, supervise and motivate the performance of all security personnel.
- To plan and carry out regular training for security personnel, involving other managers of the hotel as required.
- To brief the Security Officers daily on duties required of them. Ensure that all Security staffs are at area of their assignment and are have the information and equipment required to do their jobs.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
- Have an affinity with people, being open and approachable, empathetic and culturally sensitive, confident.
- Always try to anticipate and exceed the needs of customers and colleagues
- Use one's own initiative and good judgment to solve problems in a calm and efficient way
- Enjoy working with others to achieve common goals.
- Act with personal professionalism and integrity at all times.
- Always conduct business honestly and fairly.
- Can prioritise workload effectively and be organised and structured at work
- Manage own time and pay attention to detail.
- Display a positive attitude, even under pressure.
- Be committed to meeting and exceeding all performance standards
- Constantly look to develop own professional skills and abilities
- Perform job tasks in line with established policies and procedures
- Always try to provide a top-quality experience to all our guests.

If you feel you are the right candidate for this role, please apply online by attaching your CV (featuring a recent picture of you) and a cover letter.

For more information, please visit: http://www.anantara.com/doha/

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