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Security Officer
Role summary
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The Security Officer helps protect guests, colleagues, hotel property and confidential information at Island Shangri-La. Typical duties include patrolling the hotel, monitoring CCTV and access points, responding to incidents, supporting emergencies, completing reports and enforcing hotel security procedures. Candidates should generally have relevant hotel, commercial or security experience, good observation and communication skills, a professional manner and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Knowledge of Cantonese and English is highly valuable in Hong Kong. A valid Security Personnel Permit, first-aid training and basic computer skills may be required or preferred. The role involves shift work, including nights, weekends and public holidays, and requires physical fitness, reliability, discretion and excellent guest-service awareness.
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How it works
How it works: Hotel line jobs only via the Labour Department's import scheme: 4-week local test, median wage, 2 local staff per import; managers get a General Employment Policy visa.
Watch for: Since 16 June 2026 kitchen and table-service jobs need a 6-week local test and 3 local staff per import; the hotel applies, you cannot apply yourself.
Official source: Labour Department: Enhanced Supplementary Labour Scheme. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Hong Kong
Usual for Hong Kong, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not for local hires; imported line staff are housed by the hotel, at most 20% of pay deducted (scheme rule) |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff canteen or duty meals common; free for imported workers when provided (scheme rule) |
| Flights | None for local hires; imported workers get free flights both ways (scheme rule); managers negotiate |
| Service charge | Varies by hotel; ask how the service charge is shared before you accept |
| Contract | Imported workers: 24 months at most, then 7+ days home leave and a new approval (scheme rule) |
| Leave | 7 days a year, rising to 14 after 9 years, plus 15 statutory holidays (by law) |
| Income tax | 0% up to HKD 145,000 a year (about USD 18,600), then 2% to 17%; pension (MPF) 5%, max HKD 1,500 a month |
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.
About Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong is a luxury hotel located in the Pacific Place complex in Admiralty, one of the city’s major business and shopping districts. It is part of Shangri-La Group, an international hospitality company operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other global destinations. The hotel is known for premium accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, attentive service and views across Victoria Harbour. Its workforce includes colleagues in guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, engineering, security, sales and administration. As a large urban luxury property, Island Shangri-La offers a fast-paced, multicultural working environment with strong emphasis on service standards, safety, teamwork and professional presentation. Benefits and conditions depend on the position and employment contract, but hospitality employees may receive staff meals, training, medical coverage and other hotel-related benefits.