Female Security Guard (S2) - British Consulate General Jeddah

About the role

The British Consulate General Jeddah is recruiting a female Security Guard at grade S2 on a one-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal. The postholder works in a 24/7 shift rotation with an established team to protect the safety and security of staff, residents, assets and the estate. The position is full-time, 48 hours per week (8 hours a day, 6 days a week), starting tentatively on 31 January 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Work on a shift roster and carry out security checks, including physical searches of personnel and vehicles, CCTV monitoring, UHF radio operation, alarm response and patrols as directed by the Post Security Officer and Country Security Adviser.
• Deal professionally and courteously with staff, visitors and the public.
• Scan and sort incoming mail and deliveries, and maintain security logs and records.
• Act as first point of contact outside office hours, directing visitors and callers to working hours and the official website.
• Respond calmly and disciplined to incidents, take part in exercises and learning activities, and take on ad hoc tasks such as emergency planning and crisis response.

Required profile

• Previous security experience (uniformed services, commercial or diplomatic security) or a customer-focused background with checkable references, ideally at least 2 years.
• Fluent English and Arabic, able to give clear advice on security matters in line with policy and procedure.
• Able to work shifts, a team player who can also work independently, with good organisational skills and flexibility.
• Right to work and reside in Saudi Arabia (iqama), with the visa transferred under the Consulate's sponsorship.

Required skills

• Knowledge of physical security barriers and policy and procedures.
• Good IT skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Professional image and courtesy towards staff and customers.

What we offer

• Fixed-term contract of 12 months, renewable, with a 90-day probation period.
• Base salary of SAR 4,507 plus housing allowance of SAR 1,127 and travel allowance of SAR 500, depending on eligibility.
• Use of Consulate facilities such as a swimming pool, gym and squash court, and staff events.

Applications close on 23 November 2026 and must include a CV, a motivation essay and examples of how the key behaviours and skills are met. The recruitment process, including security clearance, takes around 2-3 months.