Role Overview
The Construction Site Security & HSE Manager will be responsible for full site security, industrial safety, and HSE compliance during the construction of a large-scale beachfront resort in Marsa Alam.
The role is fully site-based and requires strong field presence, authority, and hands-on leadership.
Location:
Marsa Alam, Red Sea – Egypt
Active Resort Construction Project
Key Responsibilities
• Manage overall site security operations, including:
• Access control and gate management
• Visitor and worker permits
• Coordination of on-site security guards
• Develop, implement, and enforce Site HSE Plan and Emergency Response Plan suitable for a remote coastal resort location.
• Ensure full compliance with:
• Egyptian occupational health & safety regulations
• Project-specific safety requirements
• Consultant and contractor HSE procedures
• Supervise security staff and coordinate with licensed security companies operating in Egypt.
• Control and monitor high-risk construction activities, including:
• Working at height
• Excavation works
• Cranes and lifting operations
• Heavy equipment and vehicle movement
• Hot works (welding, cutting, grinding)
• Conduct daily site walks, inspections, and safety audits.
• Lead Toolbox Talks and safety inductions for all workers and subcontractors.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses and prepare incident reports with corrective actions.
• Coordinate closely with:
• Project Management Team
• Main Contractor and Subcontractors
• Consultant
• Egyptian Civil Defense / Fire Authority
• Ensure readiness of:
• Emergency exits and escape routes
• Muster (assembly) points
• Firefighting equipment
• First-aid stations and emergency response resources
• Address coastal and desert-specific risks, including:
• High temperatures and heat stress
• Strong winds
• Remote-site emergency response and evacuation planning
Qualifications & Experience
• Minimum 7 years of proven experience in construction site security and HSE, preferably on resort or hospitality projects.
• NEBOSH IGC is highly preferred.
IOSH / OSHA certifications are an advantage.
• Engineering degree is NOT mandatory (engineering background is a plus).
• Strong hands-on knowledge of:
• Construction safety
• Industrial security
• Emergency response planning for remote sites
• Proven leadership skills with the authority to stop unsafe work immediately.
• Experience working in remote or coastal construction sites is strongly preferred.
Language Requirements
• Arabic: Fluent
• English: Good working proficiency (reports and coordination)
Work Conditions
• Full-time, site-based role in Marsa Alam
• Daily on-site presence required
• Availability for emergencies, including after working hours if needed
Important Notes
• This is a field leadership role, not an office position.
• Candidate must be practical, firm, and respected on-site.
• Prior experience with resort construction or large hospitality developments is highly desirable.
