Security Guards

Security Guards

Manama, Bahrain

Company
confidential
Location
Manama
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
Via
via Jobs In Bahrain - Jooble

Job Description
Description

Currently hiring Expat Security Guards for immediate placement in Bahrain.

Job Requirements

• GTS Certificate: A license from the Guard Training School (GTS)
• Age: 21 to 40 years old.
• Height: Minimum 164 cm (5.4 feet).
• Education: High school certificate (original or authenticated copy required).
• Language: Must be fluent in both spoken and written English.

Required Documents for Interview

Applicants must bring hard copies of the following documents:
• Passport copy (with valid residency for expats).
• CPR (Bahraini Identity Card).
• Resident Permit.
• Original school certificate.
Contact & Location Details

Please send your resume/CV

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in Bahrain

Q What is the minimum recruitable salary for security guard jobs in Bahrain in 2026?
As per the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), the minimum salary for issuing work permits for security guards is BHD 300 per month as of January 2026. This includes basic pay and must cover accommodation and transport allowances if provided by the employer. Overtime pay is calculated at 1.25 times the hourly rate beyond 8 hours daily.
Q What are the eligibility criteria like education and experience for security guard positions in Bahrain?
The Ministry of Labour and Social Development requires no formal education beyond secondary school completion for security guards, but at least 1 year of relevant experience is mandatory for work permit approval. Applicants must be aged 21-55, physically fit, and pass a medical exam. Bahraini nationals need only basic training certification.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a security guard job and work permit in Bahrain?
LMRA mandates submission of passport copy, medical fitness certificate, police clearance, 3 passport photos, and employment contract specifying BHD 300 minimum salary for security guards. Employers handle the online application via the Expat Management System (EMS) portal. Processing takes 5-10 working days upon fee payment of BHD 200.
Q What are the standard working hours, leave entitlements, and benefits for security guards in Bahrain?
Under Labour Law No. 36/2012 amended in 2025, security guards work maximum 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week, with overtime at BHD 4 per hour minimum. Annual leave is 30 calendar days after 1 year service, plus 14 days full pay sick leave annually. End-of-service gratuity is half-month salary per year for first 3 years, full thereafter.
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