Armed Security/Force Protection Officer
Company
Agroshipping LLC
Location
Kuwait City
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
10 days ago
Via
via Edarabia
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Job Description
Job Summary
• Control personnel and vehicle entry and exit of Entry Control Points
• This includes, but is not limited to: US Government personnel, contractor personnel, approved visitors, and Coalition Forces
• Inspect all deliveries and vehicles up to Force Protection Condition Delta and in accordance with Area Support Group Kuwait Standard Operations Procedures for installation access
• Control and operate US Government-installed barrier devices to deny unauthorized vehicle access to US Government interests, e.g., installations, off post parking areas, etc.
• Prepared to handle both military and contracted convoys entering and departing designated Entry Control Points
• Conduct inspections of personnel and vehicles using systems such as: Ion Scanners, Backscatter XRay machines, Under-Vehicle-Surveillance Systems, and Mobile Vehicle X-Ray Scanning machines
Job Requirements
• US Citizen
• One year of civilian or military security guard or police, or military operational experience within the past three years prior to beginning duties under this contract
• Must have a valid US Driver's License and US Tourist Passport
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret Security clearance
• All DD-214s and related paperwork must be provided. Must not have any misconduct related discharges. Honorable discharge from the military (if applicable)
• Force Protection experience
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Pass a physical examination, meet U.S. Army height and weight operational standards (not initial recruiting standards), and pass a physical fitness test
• Approval by Program Manager
• Possess a certificate of successful completion of a basic or advanced security guard training and certification program administered or recognized by the Government or professional organizations
• Must have no felony or domestic violence conviction. Record of recent recurring misdemeanors may adversely impact candidate's suitability rating
• Employment with Triple Canopy is contingent upon a favorable background check
• Control personnel and vehicle entry and exit of Entry Control Points
• This includes, but is not limited to: US Government personnel, contractor personnel, approved visitors, and Coalition Forces
• Inspect all deliveries and vehicles up to Force Protection Condition Delta and in accordance with Area Support Group Kuwait Standard Operations Procedures for installation access
• Control and operate US Government-installed barrier devices to deny unauthorized vehicle access to US Government interests, e.g., installations, off post parking areas, etc.
• Prepared to handle both military and contracted convoys entering and departing designated Entry Control Points
• Conduct inspections of personnel and vehicles using systems such as: Ion Scanners, Backscatter XRay machines, Under-Vehicle-Surveillance Systems, and Mobile Vehicle X-Ray Scanning machines
Job Requirements
• US Citizen
• One year of civilian or military security guard or police, or military operational experience within the past three years prior to beginning duties under this contract
• Must have a valid US Driver's License and US Tourist Passport
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret Security clearance
• All DD-214s and related paperwork must be provided. Must not have any misconduct related discharges. Honorable discharge from the military (if applicable)
• Force Protection experience
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Pass a physical examination, meet U.S. Army height and weight operational standards (not initial recruiting standards), and pass a physical fitness test
• Approval by Program Manager
• Possess a certificate of successful completion of a basic or advanced security guard training and certification program administered or recognized by the Government or professional organizations
• Must have no felony or domestic violence conviction. Record of recent recurring misdemeanors may adversely impact candidate's suitability rating
• Employment with Triple Canopy is contingent upon a favorable background check
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in Kuwait?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, the minimum wage for packing jobs in Kuwait is 300 KWD per month as of 2026 for Kuwaiti nationals in the private sector with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. Non-Kuwaiti workers in packing roles must receive at least this base under Law No. 6 of 2010 amendments effective January 2026.
What work permit and visa documents are required for packing jobs in Kuwait as an expat in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, expats applying for packing jobs need a valid work permit sponsored by the employer plus a residence visa (iqama) issued within 30 days of arrival under Article 18 of the Labor Law. The employer must submit the contract to MOSAL by December 2025 for 2026 processing with a 60 KWD fee.
What education and experience are needed for packing jobs in Kuwait?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, packing jobs require a minimum high school certificate or equivalent plus 1 year of warehouse experience verified by previous employer attestation for 2026 hires. No specialized license is mandated but basic safety training certificate from a MOSAL-approved center is compulsory.
What documents are needed to apply for packing jobs in Kuwait?
As per the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, applicants must submit a valid passport, attested educational certificates, medical fitness report from a government hospital, and a signed employment contract to the employer for MOSAL submission by February 2026. Police clearance certificate dated within 3 months is also required.
