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ABDUL WAHEED AWAN

ABDUL WAHEED AWAN

DUBAI,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Accomplished security professional with expertise in strategic security planning and risk management. Demonstrates proficiency in emergency response coordination, security staff development, training, access control and surveillance operations. Skilled in incident investigation, reporting, crisis management and business continuity. Ensures safety compliance with standards such as SIRA, DCD and DEWA. Experienced in high-rise and hospitality security operations with a focus on incident de-escalation and conflict resolution. Committed to enhancing organizational security frameworks while pursuing opportunities for professional growth within the field.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work history

Acting Assistant Security Manager

KNIGHT KESTLE & KNIGHT ARMOUR HOTEL
05.2025 - Current


  • Manage security operations across five-star and 4 Star hotels simultaneously with over 600 rooms and 12 outlets including bars and nightclubs.
  • Lead internal and outsourced teams ensuring guest assistance and staff safety.
  • Conducted investigations, liaise with police and emergency services.
  • Handled crowd control during high-profile events and VIP visits.
  • Responded quickly to on-site safety and security incidents.

Operations supervisor

PGR Wasl Community
03.2025 - 05.2025


  • Led security team of 15 for residential communities (Wasl 1, Park Gate Residence).
  • Oversaw move-ins, access control, event security, parking, and contractor supervision.
  • Handled customer queries, enhancing client satisfaction levels.
  • Delegated duties effectively to optimize workforce capabilities.
  • Performed root cause analysis in deficient areas to identify and resolve central issues.

Security Supervisor

NH Collection Dubai the Palm (Preopening)
02.2023 - 02.2025


  • Oversaw reliable security operations with strong leadership and planning.
  • Communicated security incidents, issues and policy violations with onsite team to execute appropriate action.
  • Supervised operation and monitoring of CCTV footage to guarantee site safety.
  • Used equipment and manual search techniques to identify and confiscate prohibited articles.
  • Established clear processes to handle fire and security alarm activation.

Security supervisor

Dubai Golf
09.2019 - 12.2022


  • Managed front-line security operations for team of 10.
  • Allocated and verified badges and ID to grant access to authorized individuals.
  • Assisted in loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft or damage.
  • Oversaw evacuation procedures during emergency situations, ensuring public safety.
  • Mitigated potential threats with constant surveillance of premises.

Education

High School Diploma: (Matriculation)

Associate of Arts, (Intermediate in economics)

Bachelors in Mass communication, 2025 – Ongoing

Skills

  • Strategic Security Planning & Risk Management
  • Emergency Response Coordination
  • Security Staff Development & Training
  • Access Control & Surveillance Operations
  • Incident Investigation & Reporting
  • Crisis Management & Business Continuity
  • Safety Compliance (SIRA, IOSH, DCD, DEWA, etc)
  • High-Rise & Hospitality Security Operations
  • Incident De-escalation & Conflict Resolution

DECLARATION

Timeline

Acting Assistant Security Manager

KNIGHT KESTLE & KNIGHT ARMOUR HOTEL
05.2025 - Current

Operations supervisor

PGR Wasl Community
03.2025 - 05.2025

Security Supervisor

NH Collection Dubai the Palm (Preopening)
02.2023 - 02.2025

Security supervisor

Dubai Golf
09.2019 - 12.2022

High School Diploma: (Matriculation)

Associate of Arts, (Intermediate in economics)

Bachelors in Mass communication, 2025 – Ongoing
ABDUL WAHEED AWAN