Strategic Security Operations Manager

17 hours ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Viva Energy Australia Full time

Job Overview

Viva Energy Australia seeks a high-calibre Strategic Security Operations Manager to lead the company's national security capability. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of relevant security experience and possess in-depth knowledge of Maritime Security issues in the region.

About the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned security professional to oversee a professional security capability across Viva Energy's National Operations. As Strategic Security Operations Manager, you will be responsible for providing security assurance to meet regulatory compliance obligations, including conducting site security and vulnerability assessments.

You will enhance a positive security culture by promoting Security awareness across Viva Energy Australia and various work groups. Additionally, you will be accountable for maintaining internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal business outcomes and manage budgets for physical security operations, inclusive of labour and systems maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure all activities are conducted and managed in accordance with agreed HSSE practices
  • Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) and Maritime Security Plan obligations as per International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) Code and Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 (MTOFSA), inclusive of drills, exercises, audits and reviews
  • Maintain Commonwealth regulated Landside Restricted Zone (LRZ) and Waterside Restricted Zone (WRZ)
  • Attend Port Security Committee PSC meetings
  • Support Viva Energy Defence DISP Membership when primary SO is on leave
  • Facilitate, manage, and process Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC), Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and Auscheck applications on a national scale
  • Timely and effective response to security incidents and ensuring corrective action is implemented and associated reports completed
  • Assist the National Security Team (NST) with security responsibility for all Viva Energy operated facilities in Australia, including other port facilities
  • Support and manage Security vendors' performance
  • Developing, implementing and monitoring security policies, protocols, programs or procedures inclusive of the Viva Energy Group Security Standard (GSS) to ensure compliance with internal security policy or applicable State and/or Commonwealth Government security requirements, policies, protocols, and/or directives
  • Conduct, support, or assist in int/ext reviews, internal evaluations, or assessments of the overall effectiveness of the facilities' security processes

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • A high calibre security professional with 15+ years relevant security experience
  • Detailed knowledge of Maritime Security issues in the region
  • Sound knowledge of International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) Code, maritime security plans and Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 and Regulations (MTOFSA), Commonwealth Security of Critical Infrastructure Act and State Critical Infrastructure and Major Hazard Facility licencing

About You

  • Certificate III Security Guarding
  • Certificate IV Security Risk Management or equivalent
  • Applicable State Driver's License
  • Previous experience/knowledge in issuing of MSIC, ASIC identity cards along with conducting verification of documents to support Auscheck process
  • Hold or ability to hold Minimum Baseline Security Clearance
  • Certificate IV Trainer and Assessor desirable
  • Certificate Port Facility Security Officer desirable

Additional Information

Viva Energy Australia values diversity and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid, part-time, job-share and flexibility in start and finish times.

This role is being sourced through Viva Energy Australia. The estimated salary for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 AUD per annum, depending on experience.



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