Operations Security Manager

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company Limited (NGHC)

Air Products has entered into an agreement with ACWA Power and NEOM for the development of a $8.4 billion green hydrogen-based ammonia production facility. This project will produce green ammonia for export to global markets and is scheduled to be onstream in 2026.

JOB DETAILS:

Division: EHS&S

REPORTS TO: EHS&S Director

GROUP: Industrial Security Department

POSITION SUMMARY:

The position is for a Saudi National.

The NGHC Operations Security Manager contributes to the security of NGHC personnel, assets, and operations throughout the NGHC Green Hydrogen Elements (GHE) & Solar PV Sites. The Operations Security Manager is responsible for compliance with all NGHC security governance & regulatory requirements, including security incident management, crisis management, asset protection, and physical security.

NATURE & SCOPE:

The main functions of this position are:

• To provide tactical guidance and operational support at GHE & Solar PV sites, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness of the security workforce.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and issue Security Scope of Work for Operational Security Manpower requirements.
• Manage compliance of NGHC HCIS Security Governance Frameworks & associated Plans & Procedures.
• Develop strategy for achieving security behaviours and cohesive security culture throughout the NGHC organisation.
• Lead all Security Emergency / Incident Response aligned with NGHC EHS&S emergency response plans.
• Conduct horizon scanning for security threats and associated risks.
• Assist in Crisis Management and Business Continuity Planning for the organisation.
• Contract management with third-party security service providers.
• Achieve a KPI of 70% (GHE) and 30% (Solar PV) split of weekly time spent at each location.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT:

• Sensitive and responsive to needs of different cultural groups.
• Manage & lead by example in all work activities.
• Drive security standards through effective communication, positive reinforcement, and stakeholder engagement.

SKILLS / TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AREAS:

• In-depth knowledge of political and security issues in Saudi Arabia and the MENA Region.
• Effective communication skills in Arabic & English.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workloads effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Proven integrity and high personal standards of behaviour.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Relevant academic degree or professional qualification from a recognized security authority:

1- MBA, MSc Security Engineering / Risk & Resilience / Organisational Resilience (or equivalent)

2- ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP)

3- Level 6 (minimum) Security Risk Management / Consulting

4- Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)

DESIRED EDUCATION and QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

1- Prince2 / Six Sigma / PMP.

• Health & Safety qualification / experience.

2- NCRQ Safety for Managers.

3- NEBOSH General Certificate.

• Level 3 Education & Training or equivalent.

MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN SIMILAR JOB ROLE:

• 15 years minimum experience in industrial security or similar commercial environment.
• Strong background in HCIS compliance at industrial sites.

MINIMUM YEARS OF MANAGERIAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years in security management.