Armed Security/Force Protection Officer
Company
Agroshipping LLC
Location
Kuwait City
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
10 days ago
Via
via Edarabia
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Job Description
Job Summary
• Control personnel and vehicle entry and exit of Entry Control Points
• This includes, but is not limited to: US Government personnel, contractor personnel, approved visitors, and Coalition Forces
• Inspect all deliveries and vehicles up to Force Protection Condition Delta and in accordance with Area Support Group Kuwait Standard Operations Procedures for installation access
• Control and operate US Government-installed barrier devices to deny unauthorized vehicle access to US Government interests, e.g., installations, off post parking areas, etc.
• Prepared to handle both military and contracted convoys entering and departing designated Entry Control Points
• Conduct inspections of personnel and vehicles using systems such as: Ion Scanners, Backscatter XRay machines, Under-Vehicle-Surveillance Systems, and Mobile Vehicle X-Ray Scanning machines
Job Requirements
• US Citizen
• One year of civilian or military security guard or police, or military operational experience within the past three years prior to beginning duties under this contract
• Must have a valid US Driver's License and US Tourist Passport
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret Security clearance
• All DD-214s and related paperwork must be provided. Must not have any misconduct related discharges. Honorable discharge from the military (if applicable)
• Force Protection experience
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Pass a physical examination, meet U.S. Army height and weight operational standards (not initial recruiting standards), and pass a physical fitness test
• Approval by Program Manager
• Possess a certificate of successful completion of a basic or advanced security guard training and certification program administered or recognized by the Government or professional organizations
• Must have no felony or domestic violence conviction. Record of recent recurring misdemeanors may adversely impact candidate's suitability rating
• Employment with Triple Canopy is contingent upon a favorable background check
• Control personnel and vehicle entry and exit of Entry Control Points
• This includes, but is not limited to: US Government personnel, contractor personnel, approved visitors, and Coalition Forces
• Inspect all deliveries and vehicles up to Force Protection Condition Delta and in accordance with Area Support Group Kuwait Standard Operations Procedures for installation access
• Control and operate US Government-installed barrier devices to deny unauthorized vehicle access to US Government interests, e.g., installations, off post parking areas, etc.
• Prepared to handle both military and contracted convoys entering and departing designated Entry Control Points
• Conduct inspections of personnel and vehicles using systems such as: Ion Scanners, Backscatter XRay machines, Under-Vehicle-Surveillance Systems, and Mobile Vehicle X-Ray Scanning machines
Job Requirements
• US Citizen
• One year of civilian or military security guard or police, or military operational experience within the past three years prior to beginning duties under this contract
• Must have a valid US Driver's License and US Tourist Passport
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret Security clearance
• All DD-214s and related paperwork must be provided. Must not have any misconduct related discharges. Honorable discharge from the military (if applicable)
• Force Protection experience
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Pass a physical examination, meet U.S. Army height and weight operational standards (not initial recruiting standards), and pass a physical fitness test
• Approval by Program Manager
• Possess a certificate of successful completion of a basic or advanced security guard training and certification program administered or recognized by the Government or professional organizations
• Must have no felony or domestic violence conviction. Record of recent recurring misdemeanors may adversely impact candidate's suitability rating
• Employment with Triple Canopy is contingent upon a favorable background check
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the exact minimum monthly salary for welders in Kuwait private sector as of January 2026?
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour sets the minimum wage for welders at 300 KWD per month in 2026, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. Employers must pay this amount directly into a local bank account by the 7th of each month.
What work permit and visa documents are required for foreign welders applying to jobs in Kuwait in 2026?
Foreign welders need a valid work permit from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour plus a residence visa from the Ministry of Interior, requiring a passport valid for 2 years, medical fitness certificate, and police clearance issued within 3 months. The employer sponsors the visa which must be stamped within 60 days of arrival.
What minimum education and experience does the Kuwait government require for welder job eligibility in 2026?
Welders must hold at least a secondary school certificate plus 3 years documented experience in arc or MIG welding, verified through attested certificates from the home country embassy. No formal diploma is mandatory but a valid welding certification from an approved institute is checked during permit processing.
Which exact documents must welders submit when applying for a Kuwait work permit in 2026?
Applicants submit a completed Form 1 from MOSAL, attested educational certificates, experience letters, passport copies, 6 photos, and a contract signed by the employer showing 300 KWD minimum salary. All documents require Arabic translation and stamping by the Kuwait Embassy in the home country before submission.
