Your day to day
- You are responsible for operating and maintaining surveillance equipment, watching both live and recorded video surveillance footage, doing your best in possible investigation situations, reporting incidents or suspicious behaviour, and contacting the authorities when necessary and ensuring incident reporting of accidents or incident are properly documented.
What we need from you
- Good communication skills and a positive and friendly personality
- Have an eye for detail and meticulous in your work, leading by example
- A desire to learn and progress
- English proficiency
- Driving licence
What we offer
In return, not only will you be rewarded with a competitive salary, you will also be rewarded with a range of benefits that supports you throughout your IHG career journey.
- Competitive salary
- Paid birthday leave
- Some of the best colleague discounts across our IHG Hotels & Resorts for accommodation, food and beverage
- An immense colleague discounts at the hotel
- Most importantly, we’ll help you grow, and develop you as an individual.
Your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development programs, IHG career milestone celebrations, and transfer of entitlements as you move and grow with IHG.
We are proud to be IHG and we know you will be too.
Join Jobs Fiji WhatsApp Channel
Click the button below to join our WhatsApp channel for updates.
Join Now
Job Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications or certifications do I need to become a Security Officer at Holiday Inn Suva?
Most employers in Fiji require a Form 6/7 school certificate, a valid security licence issued under Fiji's security industry regulations, and completion of basic security guard training. First aid certification and previous experience in hospitality or crowd control are strong advantages. Some employers also conduct police clearance checks before hiring.
What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Security Officer in a Suva hotel?
Duties usually include patrolling the property, monitoring CCTV cameras, controlling access at entry points, and responding to incidents involving guests or staff. You will also write incident reports, assist during emergencies such as fires or medical situations, and support events held at the hotel. Maintaining a professional and courteous manner with guests is essential in a hospitality setting.
What work culture and expectations should I be aware of when working as a security officer in Fiji?
Fijian workplaces, especially hotels, value punctuality, respectfulness, and a friendly 'bula spirit' when dealing with guests. Shift work including nights, weekends, and public holidays is common in the security field, so flexibility is expected. Employers also expect honesty and strict adherence to confidentiality and safety procedures.
What career progression can I expect as a Security Officer?
Security officers can advance to senior officer, shift supervisor, or security team leader roles with experience and good performance records. With additional training, some move into areas like risk management, safety and compliance, or corporate security management. Hospitality experience in Suva can also open doors to related roles such as loss prevention or duty manager positions.
What benefits are typically offered to security officers in Fiji?
Common benefits include annual leave, sick leave, and contributions to the Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) as required by law. Many employers also provide uniforms, meals during shifts, and overtime pay for extra hours. Larger hotels may offer medical assistance or staff discounts, though benefits vary by employer.
How do I apply for this role and what do employers look for?
Prepare a simple CV highlighting any security, military, police, or customer service experience, and submit it through the employer's careers page or in person with copies of your certificates and valid ID. Employers look for reliability, physical fitness, good communication skills, and a clean record. Being available for rotating shifts will strengthen your application.
More Information
- Job Application Details How to Apply You can send your updated resume and cover letter to vacancies.holidayinnsuva@ihg.com
