Senior Officer Safety & Security
Company
Oman Air
Location
Muscat
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
11 days ago
Via
via Edarabia
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Job Description
Job Summary
Requirements
• Bachelor degree with 5 years of relevant work experience OR Diploma with 8 years of relevant work experience
• A professional qualification from a recognized institution for safety and security would be an advantage
• Had successfully attended Safety Course preferably IOSH and NEBOSH or equivalent.
• Have attended various safety training, seminars and presentations Have previously handled a minimum 10 staffs subordinates per shift duty timings
Operations
• In charge with the day-to-day activities related to security in catering premises
• Liaise with ROP and Group Security on security issues for catering
• In charge with day-to-day activities regarding safety matters in catering related activities
• Represent catering in both security and safety functions in meetings, seminars, presentations and the likes
• Conducts training in both safety and security for all staff and contracted personnel
• Prepares annual budget for safety and security section
• Oversee the development of the safety and security team in line with the future transfer to the new catering facility in the new airport
• Prepare additional staff to ensure complete security coverage of the new catering facilities
• Re-structure catering safety and security group to include officers and assistants - specialist in the field of safety and security
• Oversee smooth transition from the old catering unit to the new catering unit in the field of safety and security
Requirements
• Bachelor degree with 5 years of relevant work experience OR Diploma with 8 years of relevant work experience
• A professional qualification from a recognized institution for safety and security would be an advantage
• Had successfully attended Safety Course preferably IOSH and NEBOSH or equivalent.
• Have attended various safety training, seminars and presentations Have previously handled a minimum 10 staffs subordinates per shift duty timings
Operations
• In charge with the day-to-day activities related to security in catering premises
• Liaise with ROP and Group Security on security issues for catering
• In charge with day-to-day activities regarding safety matters in catering related activities
• Represent catering in both security and safety functions in meetings, seminars, presentations and the likes
• Conducts training in both safety and security for all staff and contracted personnel
• Prepares annual budget for safety and security section
• Oversee the development of the safety and security team in line with the future transfer to the new catering facility in the new airport
• Prepare additional staff to ensure complete security coverage of the new catering facilities
• Re-structure catering safety and security group to include officers and assistants - specialist in the field of safety and security
• Oversee smooth transition from the old catering unit to the new catering unit in the field of safety and security
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in Oman in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, the minimum wage for Omani nationals in private sector roles including security guards is 325 OMR per month as of 2026 with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. Expatriate security guards have no statutory minimum wage but contracts must specify at least 200 OMR monthly plus accommodation.
What visa and work permit requirements apply for expatriate security guards in Oman?
As per the Ministry of Labour, expatriates require a valid work visa sponsored by the employer and a labour clearance issued through the MOL portal before arrival with the permit valid for two years renewable. Security guards must also obtain a no-objection certificate from the Royal Oman Police and register their contract within 30 days of entry.
What education and experience are required for security guard jobs in Oman?
As per the Ministry of Labour, applicants need a minimum of secondary school certificate plus 2 years of documented security experience or completion of a 40-hour MOL-approved training course. Guards must be between 21 and 55 years old and pass a medical fitness test including drug screening.
What documents are needed to apply for a security guard position in Oman?
As per the Ministry of Labour, required documents include a valid passport, attested educational certificates, police clearance certificate from home country, medical fitness report, and 6 passport photos submitted via the employer to the MOL e-portal within 15 days of job offer.
