Security Specialist

Our client is seeking to employ a suitably qualified the incumbent in this position will be responsible for maintaining security standards at clients site; and providing a secure workplace to protect authorized personnel, customers, suppliers, contractors, and visitors and safeguard company property. 



 Duties are: 
 Compliance 
 
 • Ensure compliance with the South African Merchant Shipping Act and Regulations, as amended.
 • Ensure access to the site is controlled, and the permit requesting system is adhered to.
 • Investigate and report the cause of security accidents/incidents and near misses.
 • Ensure security incidents are recorded in the incident management system on the K2 platform and reported to the necessary regulator/authorities.
 • Ensure that adequate corrective action is undertaken and recommend preventative measures.
 • Compliance: Ensure site is aligned & remains compliant with the Cutler Permit System – manage the process from Permit Request to Permit Approval.
 • Compliance: Ensure annual major emergency drill is planned & executed – document in a report in line with the ISPS Code (including vessels).
 
 Security (Site and PFSO) 
 
 • Conduct a comprehensive security survey of the facilities, considering the relevant port facility security assessment.
 • Ensure that the port facility security plan is updated and maintained.
 • Implement and exercise the port facility security plan.
 • Conduct six monthly security risk assessments of the site; to ensure control and mitigation measures are in place.
 • Conduct security site visits (daily) and ensure all non-conformance is corrected immediately.
 • Maintains all security documentation, e.g., meeting minutes and incident reports.
 • Coordinates security contractor meetings and keeps minutes of these meetings and actions/assigns findings.
 
 Audit 
 
 • Audit the port facility security plan & Ensure business is aligned with the Cutler Security Plan Ensure the Facility Security Officers are adequately trained on the International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) Regulations.
 • Liaise and advise the HSSE Manager on the facility’s security.
 • Ensure that security equipment and systems (CCTV camera, etc.), if any, are properly operated, tested, and calibrated.
 
 Leadership and Administration 
 
 • Ensure appropriate education programs are in place to increase security awareness and vigilance on our sites.
 • Accountable for all ISPS requirements for the site and the process owner for the accreditation of the site in terms of the ISPS requirements
 • Ensure all security job descriptions and functions are aligned with Site Safety Rules and reviewed every six months per the risk assessment review.
 • Manage on-site Security through contractor management of Protea Coin by ensuring compliance of Security officers.
 • Develop and review standard operating procedures for site security.
 • Conduct regular formal and informal consultations with security officers and shift leaders by reporting and responding to their safety and security concerns.
 • Provide overall team leadership to Security staff in implementing their duties. This can be done in consultation with the shift leaders.
 
 Stakeholder Engagement (External and Internal) 
 
 • Interface and maintain a good working relationship with Cutler Management Board.
 • Liaise with the Port Security Officer and attend Maritime Security Meetings in The Port.
 • Maintain communication flow to and from other departments and create positive security awareness.
 • Monthly & quarterly reports/presentations to be submitted to management.
 • Submit daily Site Rep and monthly reports to Port Security Officer.
 • Liaise with the vessel agents and Operational team regarding the ETA of all vessels. Ensure clear communication, orientation & induction regarding Site Rules, Risks & exposures at berths. Ensure the Declaration of Security is signed by the Ship Security Officer.
 • Participates in Berth and site walkabouts with any other regulatory body.
 
 General 
 
 • Ensure effective and effective communication with all internal and external stakeholders regarding security matters, both ad-hoc and routinely scheduled requirements.
 • Prepare management reports and conduct presentations.
 • Attend meetings.
 
 Requirements 
 
 • Senior Certificate (matric)
 • Diploma or Degree in Security or Safety Management
 • ISPS Qualification
 • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of Port Security Management
 • Individual must have security clearance or willingness to undertake such from the intelligence service.
 • Accredited with PSIRA and certified.
 • PFSO qualification and certified through National Department of Transport
 • Either already National Intelligence Agency (NIA) cleared and willing & able to be NIA cleared for security reasons.
 
 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required 
 
 • Comprehensive knowledge of the National Ports Act.
 • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the ISPS Code
 • Comprehensive knowledge of risk assessments.
 • Knowledge of policies and legislation relating to Security Risks.
 • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and report writing skills.
 • MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
 • Project management.
 • Energetic and dynamic.