EL1 Site Security Manager
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Job Summary
Job Description
Position Title: EL1 Site Security Manager
Employment Type: 12 Month contract with the potential of extension
Location: Canberra based with domestic and overseas travel
Hourly Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate
Security Clearance/Requirements: Australian Government NV2 (or equivalent)
Working Arrangements: On-site full-time with travel as required
ABOUT THE ROLE
An opportunity is available for an experienced Site Security Manager (SSM) to lead construction security and site observation activities across complex projects both domestically and overseas.
This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of construction security on secure worksites working closely with government stakeholders contractors and internal teams to ensure security compliance integrity and accreditation requirements are met.
You will operate with a high level of autonomy professionalism and discretion in a security-designated environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage construction security and site observation programs
Plan and establish site security requirements in consultation with contractors and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with approved Construction Security Plans and relevant security frameworks
Manage daily operations and oversight of Site Security Observers
Allocate and schedule resources in line with the master project program
Monitor site personnel behaviour and integrity to identify potential security risks
Conduct audits inspections and reporting in line with government security requirements
Manage technical security equipment including CCTV alarms and access control systems
Coordinate witnessing of construction hold points and document vulnerabilities
Deliver on-site security training and briefings
Prepare detailed reports and provide advice to senior stakeholders
Foster a strong culture of integrity security awareness and compliance
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
Proven experience in construction security management within secure or high-risk environments
Strong knowledge of Australian Government physical and technical security frameworks
Experience establishing operating and troubleshooting construction security equipment
Excellent leadership skills with experience managing operational and project teams
Ability to identify investigate and manage security incidents
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capability
High-level written and verbal communication skills
Sound judgement and ability to operate under limited direction
Experience working on construction sites including WHS and risk management ideally in overseas environments
ELIGIBILITY
To be considered applicants must:
Hold Australian UK New Zealand Canadian or US citizenship
Hold a current Australian Government NV2 security clearance (or equivalent) prior to commencement
Be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally
Hold relevant licences and certifications including:
Construction Induction (White Card)
Working Safely at Heights
Provide First Aid (or equivalent)
Asbestos Awareness
Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention
Mandatory security and pre-deployment training will be required prior to commencement.
Apply now or contact Simmone Priest onat SOS Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications for this role will close on 26th January 2025. If your application is received after this date well be happy to keep your CV on file for similar opportunities that may arise. We encourage you to apply even if the closing date has passed.
SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples people with disabilities women people with family responsibilities people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds religious beliefs and LGBTIQ people.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- CCTV
- SQL
- Compliance
- Clearance
- Facility
- Security Requirements
- Agile
- Security Systems
- Access Control
- Security Procedures
- Information Security
- Risk Assessments
- Security managements
- Physical Security
- Site Environment
About Company
SOS Recruitment, based in Canberra, provides trusted and reliable recruitment services for government, private and not-for-profit sectors Australia-wide.
