Manager Security Standards, Compliance and Communication

**Work options**: Hybrid

We currently have an exciting new opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Manager Security Standards, Compliance and Communication to join our Aviation team.

Reporting to the Head of Security and supporting the General Manager Operations and the wider APAM Security team, the Manager Security Standards, Compliance and Communication will establish, develop, and deliver security compliance, standards, and communications. The role will promote a strong security culture and ensure accountability and adherence to security operational policies from all airport users.

This newly created role will facilitate improved governance processes and the growing demand for documented security standards for capital projects and operations, communication with stakeholders, and compliance data and records for government and internal reporting. The position will play a critical role in analysing international security standards and Australian government aviation security regulations and advising on security, operational or compliance risks, and practical policy amendments and solutions. The role will be exposed to Security Operations and Capital projects to enable cross training, redundancy, and continuity plans at the senior manager level.

**Key responsibilities**:
The role's duties and accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

- Maintaining APAM’s Transport Security Program (TSP) include mapping, version control, and accuracy to regulations.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop, update, or establish security policy.
- Account for all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions, required to meet compliance with Australian Transport Security Regulations, Aviation Screening Notices, and the Australian Transport Security Act.
- Identify the need for relevant and timely Security Alerts. Produce, distribute, and maintain a register of security alerts
- Account for all procedures and actions required to be compliant to APAM’s TSP obligations and ensure all practices have been carried out within the timeframes allocated
- Collate all data, reporting, responses, and evidence from the security provider, Internal Stakeholders, ort other airport users for submissions to CISC
- Account for all Airfield Tenant Screening data capture
- Responsible for Airfield tenant Airside Entry Verification (AEV) Compliance.
- Demonstrate a strong ability to create, store and recall, and version control documents.
- Tertiary qualification in Aviation, Security, a compliance related field, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the field of aviation, security, operations, or compliance related field.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills, with demonstrated ability to develop written and verbal briefs various audiences.
- Demonstrated experience in interpreting and implementing relevant aviation security legislation and regulations or other similar legislation.
- Excellent interpersonal, to be able to convey complex regulatory security issues, needs, and resolutions to APAM executives in prepared briefs, crisis scenarios, or ad-hoc in the field.
- Strong problem-solving ability through the use of detailed understanding of regulations, operations, and security risk management.
- Work within a high performing multi-disciplined team of technology, Airport operations, commercial, and physical security experts to achieve the singular purpose of Airport Security.
- Promotes and contributes to a proactive safety and security culture.

**About the Company**:
Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is proud to be one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world, connecting us to the global marketplace. We are committed to _creating connections that matter_ and enhancing the traveller experience across every aspect of our organisation to deliver our vision of becoming_ Australia's favourite Airport destination_. Currently, in an exciting phase of change, we are delivering rewarding career opportunities, making Melbourne Airport a dynamic and fast-paced place to work for our people.

APAC is a majority Australian-owned private company that also operates Launceston Airport, the tourism gateway to Tasmania and an industry multi-award-winning airport.

**Culture and Values**:
By joining the team at Melbourne Airport, you will work within a friendly, high-performance culture with a focus on our people and their development.

Our vision is to become Australia's favourite Airport destination and our people are paramount to achieving this success. We provide a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Work Together.

**Benefits**:

- Free access to Higher State, our state-of-the-art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub at Novotel & ibis Styles Airport hotel.
- Airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business and personal use
- Hybrid fl