View Vacancy - PNG - Corporate Services and Security Officer, AO
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Reporting to the Corporate Services and Security Manager, the Corporate Services and Security Officer (CSSO) will be responsible for the supervision of the guard force, liaison with local law enforcement agencies and security companies and monitoring threat and security incidents. In consultation with the Regional Overseas Security Manager based in Manila, the CSSO will provide security advice to all staff and official visitors.
The successful applicant will line manage two High Commission drivers, be responsible for the transport fleet, the development, implementation and maintenance of a robust health and safety programme and be responsible for fire safety management at the High Commission.
Security:
- Provide regular security up-dates and recommendations on the High Commission’s security posture.
- Liaise with the network of security managers in other international organisations, diplomatic missions and companies.
- Work closely with the Regional Overseas Security Manager based in Manila on his quarterly visits and ensure security recommendations are implemented.
- Supervise and manage the guard force.
- Provide security briefings to staff and official visitors.
Health & Safety:
- Work proactively with the Corporate Services and Security Manager to implement and maintain a health and safety strategy.
- Ensure all alarms and safety equipment are tested regularly and fire drills carried out.
- Ensure all staff receive adequate training and instruction in emergency procedures.
Transport:
- Direct line management of two High Commission drivers.
- Manage the transport fleet, including maintenance and vehicle checks, ordering spare parts and ensuring all paperwork is up to date.
- Spot-check logbooks.
RESOURCES MANAGED:
- 2 members of staff
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- IT proficient with good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Experience of customer service
- Ability to multi-task and work effectively and flexibly
- Ability to plan and prioritise
- Personal initiative, drive and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Language: English, Tok Pisin
- Level of language required: Fluent written & spoken
- Experience of working in an office environment / multi-cultural organisation.
- Annual Leave Entitlement of 20 days per year
- Superannuation contributions
- Worker’s Compensation Insurance
- Medical insurance
- Access to extensive learning and development opportunities
- For security reasons, transport is provided to and from work each day.
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
- The High Commission actively encourages staff to bid for training – both role specific and for wider development.
The successful candidate must have or be able to obtain Work Authorisation for Papua New Guinea and valid Police Clearance Certificate.
Please note that your application must be submitted before 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field "Application deadline."
Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.
We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered. Applicants called for an interview will be assessed on the core behaviours listed above.
All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the online application form completely including the employment and educational details, experience, professional skills and behaviour-based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the applications and incomplete form in any respect may not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.
For inclusivity and diversity, please remove the following personal information when uploading your CV: name, address, email address, age, date of birth, gender, and nationality.
The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.
This opportunity is closed to applications.