Security Officer – Seagoing – P&O Cruises Australia

Leading a team of security personnel in monitoring passenger and crew activities, investigating security matters that arise, and promptly reporting and correcting security issues in order to maintain a safe and secure shipboard environment.

Responsibilities

• Promptly and efficiently leads all onboard investigations of alleged crimes and security incidents as detailed in Fleet Regulations 
• Oversees all evidence collection and crime scene preservation by ship’s personnel 
• Promptly investigates minor passenger injuries as directed by the Staff Captain. 
• Always provides an immediate positive first impression to passengers 
• Efficiently manages gangway operations including (but not limited to) access control, screening of all personnel wishing to board the vessel for prohibited items, proper relief/rotation of staff, and efficient/effective operations including line management 
• Efficiently coordinates security operations with outside agencies and promptly completes Declarations of Security as required by the ISPS Code 
• Effectively and efficiently supervises set up, calibration, operation, and maintenance of all onboard security-related equipment in accordance with manufacturers’/Company requirements 
• Effectively and efficiently supervises operation and maintenance of security CCTV system in accordance with manufacturers’/Company requirements 
• Ensures compliance with ISPS and Carnival Corporate Security Standards at all times 
• Willingly assists the Staff Captain with efficient operation of the master key system on board, with the exception of ships with a computerized master key system 
• Oversees continual training of the security team in Emergency procedures, exercises, drills, and any other security requirements ensuring compliance with international and Company regulations 
• Promptly completes performance appraisals that are fair, objective, and accurate measurements based on observed behavior 
• Verifies that all subordinates are in compliance with Public Health, safety, fleet, and environmental regulations and other applicable internal, external, and governmental regulations at all times

In addition to the Key Result Areas and performance items listed in this Role Description, employee also performs any other duties as assigned by management.

Hiring Requirements

• Minimum 15 years’ experience required from Law Enforcement in the Maritime, Civilian, Military or other Government Police Forces 
• Prior cruise vessel experience preferred 
• Experience conducting investigations, interviews, report writing, crime scene preservation, and a good foundation in Criminal and Civil Law 
• Knowledge/experience with ISPS code strongly preferred 
• Good computer skills and knowledge of security surveillance and screening equipment and training experience in these areas strongly preferred 
• Strong management, presentation, and interpersonal skills 
• Experience in organizing monitoring, mentoring and directing diverse staff 
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills 
• Must obtain STCW basic Safety and ISPS Ship Security Officer Certificates 
• Must be capable of obtaining Australian Visas