Utopia is a global real estate development and hospitality firm dedicated to creating sustainable, high-end residential communities and boutique living experiences. The company integrates architecture, construction, and property management to deliver projects that emphasize harmony with nature and a high quality of life across various international markets.

Headquartered in Barcelona, Utopia serves as a strategic hub for its EMEA operations and global design initiatives. The company offers a multicultural environment suitable for international professionals in architecture, engineering, and project management, frequently requiring English proficiency for its cross-border collaborations and diverse project portfolio.

Utopia was founded in Barcelona with the vision of reimagining residential development through sustainability and high-end design. It has since expanded its footprint to include luxury projects in remote and tropical locations worldwide, managed from its Spanish base.

For international professionals

Headquartered in Barcelona, which serves as the central hub for their European and global design operations.
Operates a diverse international portfolio with active projects in Spain, Brazil, Costa Rica, South Africa, and the Dominican Republic.
English is a primary business language for technical and management roles due to the global nature of their project teams.
The company frequently hires for specialized roles in architecture, MEP engineering, and construction management for international relocation.

Security Guard

Utopia

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

We are looking for a professional, discreet, and highly responsible Security Guard to join the team of an ultra-luxury private villa in Pedralbes, Barcelona. This position is key to ensuring the security, privacy, and integrity of the property and its residents at all times. The ideal candidate combines a calm and professional presence with a proactive attitude, a high level of alertness, and the judgment necessary to act quickly and effectively in any situation—always with the utmost discretion.

Responsibilities

Control and monitor access to the property - managing the entry and exit of people, vehicles, and suppliers, ensuring that only authorized persons gain access.
Perform regular surveillance rounds of the perimeter and villa facilities - detecting and reporting any anomalies, incidents, or risk situations.
Supervise and manage security systems - CCTV cameras, alarms, access control, and other security technology installed on the property.
Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations - following established protocols and coordinating with emergency services when necessary.
Coordinate with the rest of the villa team - butler, maintenance staff, and others - to ensure security during events, visits, and day-to-day operations.
Maintain detailed records of incidents, access, and updates - preparing clear and precise reports for the villa manager.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience as a security guard, preferably in high-value private residences, luxury hotels, or environments with high-profile clientele.
Official security guard certification issued by the Ministry of the Interior of Spain - essential and non-negotiable requirement.
Fluency in Spanish is essential. English is not a requirement, although a basic level will be viewed positively.
Absolute discretion, integrity, and confidentiality - the privacy and security of the principal are the top priority at all times.
High capacity for observation, alertness, and managing situations under pressure - with the judgment to make quick and correct decisions.
Availability to work rotating shifts - including nights, weekends, and holidays according to the needs of the property.
Good physical condition and impeccable professional appearance - the guard is often the first image perceived by visitors and suppliers of the villa.

Benefits

Exclusive environment: one of the most prestigious private residences in Barcelona
Professional growth
Working alongside top-level professionals in a professional luxury environment

Due to the nature of this search, the client's identity is kept strictly confidential. Full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates at the corresponding stage of the process.

View original advert (Spanish)

Buscamos un Vigilante de Seguridad profesional, discreto/a y altamente responsable para incorporarse al equipo de una villa privada de ultra-lujo en Pedralbes, Barcelona. Este puesto es clave para garantizar la seguridad, privacidad e integridad de la propiedad y de sus residentes en todo momento. El candidato/a ideal combina una presencia serena y profesional con una actitud proactiva, un alto grado de alerta y el criterio necesario para actuar con rapidez y eficacia ante cualquier situación - siempre con la máxima discreción.

Responsabilidades

Controlar y supervisar el acceso a la propiedad - gestión de entradas y salidas de personas, vehículos y proveedores, asegurando que solo accedan personas autorizadas.
Realizar rondas de vigilancia periódicas por el perímetro y las instalaciones de la villa - detectando y reportando cualquier anomalía, incidencia o situación de riesgo.
Supervisar y gestionar los sistemas de seguridad - cámaras CCTV, alarmas, control de acceso y demás tecnología de seguridad instalada en la propiedad.
Actuar con rapidez y calma ante situaciones de emergencia - siguiendo los protocolos establecidos y coordinando con los servicios de emergencia cuando sea necesario.
Coordinarse con el resto del equipo de la villa - butler, personal de mantenimiento y otros - para garantizar la seguridad en eventos, visitas y operaciones del día a día.
Mantener registros detallados de incidencias, accesos y novedades - elaborando informes claros y precisos para el responsable de la villa

Requirements

Mínimo 3 años de experiencia como vigilante de seguridad, preferiblemente en residencias privadas de alto valor, hoteles de lujo o entornos con clientela de alto perfil.
Habilitación oficial como vigilante de seguridad expedida por el Ministerio del Interior de España - requisito imprescindible y no negociable.
Dominio del español imprescindible. El inglés no es un requisito, aunque un nivel básico se valorará positivamente.
Discreción absoluta, integridad y confidencialidad - la privacidad y seguridad del/la principal son la máxima prioridad en todo momento.
Alta capacidad de observación, alerta y gestión de situaciones bajo presión - con criterio propio para tomar decisiones rápidas y correctas.
Disponibilidad para trabajar en turnos rotativos - incluyendo noches, fines de semana y festivos según las necesidades de la propiedad.
Buena condición física y presencia profesional impecable - el/la vigilante es en muchos casos la primera imagen que perciben visitantes y proveedores de la villa.

Benefits

Entorno exclusivo: una de las residencias privadas más prestigiosas de Barcelona
Crecimiento profesional
Trabajar junto a profesionales de primer nivel en un entorno de lujo profesional