Job Description

Farm Security Guard
Job Title: Farm Security Guard
Location: Sharjah, UAE
Reports To: Farm Manager / Security Supervisor
Job Purpose:
To ensure the safety and security of the farm premises, assets, staff, and livestock by conducting regular patrols, monitoring premises, and enforcing access control. The Security Guard is the first line of defense against theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry.
Key Responsibilities:

• Patrolling & Monitoring:
• Conduct regular foot patrols of the farm, including fields, greenhouses, storage areas, and equipment yards, especially during non-daylight hours.
• Monitor the premises via available systems to prevent and detect signs of intrusion or irregular activity.
• Check that all gates and access points are secure at the end of the day and after deliveries.
• Access Control:
• Control the entrance and exit of employees, visitors, and vehicles according to farm protocols.
• Issue and collect visitor badges and maintain a visitor logbook.
• Challenge and report any unauthorized persons found on the property.
• Incident Response & Reporting:
• Respond immediately to alarms or security incidents and investigate disturbances.
• Write detailed, accurate incident reports for any security breaches, accidents, or unusual occurrences.
• Contact relevant authorities (police, fire department) in case of an emergency.
• Asset & Livestock Protection:
• Protect farm assets, including machinery, tools, crops, and produce, from theft or damage.
• Assist in monitoring the well-being of livestock and report any concerns to the farm manager.
• Safety & Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with all company security and safety policies.
• Perform basic safety checks, such as ensuring fire extinguishers are in place and emergency exits are clear.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience: Previous experience as a Security Guard, preferably in an outdoor or farm/warehouse setting. Experience in the UAE is an advantage.
• Physical Fitness: Must be physically fit to walk and stand for extended periods and patrol large outdoor areas in various weather conditions.
• Vigilance: High level of observation skills, alertness, and integrity.
• Communication: Basic understanding of English or Arabic to read instructions and write simple reports.
• Legal Compliance: Must hold a valid UAE Security Guard License or be eligible to obtain one.

Benefits:

• Company-provided accommodation
• Company-provided transport
• As per UAE labor law (e.g., visa, medical insurance)

Skills Required