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Security Officer – Six Senses Kanuhura
Role summary
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The Security Officer is responsible for protecting guests, colleagues, property and resort assets at Six Senses Kanuhura. Typical duties include monitoring access points, conducting patrols, observing CCTV, responding to incidents, preparing reports, supporting emergency procedures and maintaining a safe, discreet environment. Candidates should have previous security experience, preferably in a hotel or resort, good communication skills and a professional, service-minded attitude. Basic knowledge of first aid, fire safety and emergency response is advantageous. The role requires physical fitness, alertness, reliability, integrity and the ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. English communication skills are generally expected, while hospitality or island-resort experience is beneficial.
Can I work in the Maldives?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Employer quota and work permit, paid by the employer; some roles are being reserved for Maldivians (2027 to 2030).
Watch for: Cashier jobs are reserved for Maldivians from February 2027; guest relations, tour guides, dive instructors, housekeeping, HR and front office managers follow by about 2030.
Official source: Ministry of Economic Development: Regulation on Foreign Employment. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the Maldives
Usual for the Maldives, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | On the island; shared for line staff |
|---|---|
| Meals | Full board |
| Flights | Joining flight and a yearly home ticket |
| Service charge | At least 10%, shared equally by all staff (by law); about USD 250 to 1,000+ a month, more at top resorts |
| Contract | 1 to 2 years; probation 3 months at most |
| Leave | 30 days |
| Income tax | 0% below about USD 3,900 a month, then 5.5% to 15% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the Maldives
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About Six Senses
Six Senses is a luxury hospitality brand operated by IHG Hotels & Resorts, known for distinctive resorts and hotels focused on wellness, sustainability, local culture and highly personalized service. Its properties are designed to connect guests with their surroundings while offering thoughtful experiences, comfortable accommodation, distinctive dining and wellness programs. Six Senses Kanuhura is a private-island resort in the Maldives, offering an upscale environment shaped by marine life, beaches and Maldivian heritage. Employees typically work in a multicultural international team and are expected to provide warm, discreet and environmentally responsible service. The brand places strong emphasis on guest wellbeing, conservation, authentic local experiences and responsible operations, alongside the standards and career opportunities of a global hotel group.