Maritime Security Guard

Primary purpose of position
Provide access control services to wharves and wharf-related areas within the Port of Townsville Limited (‘the Port’) and to carry out protective security (including patrol/response duties) in accordance with instructions and as directed.
The position also fulfils a coordinating and security role in emergencies.

$33.47 per hour, inclusive of a 25% casual loading.

Why choose the Port | Port of Townsville

Employee Value Proposition

Position specific responsibilities

• Monitor and control Maritime Security Zones (LRZ/WRZ), wharf and wharf-related areas in the Port of Townsville including perimeters, Port and customer assets, equipment and cargo.
• Undertaking targeted and random foot patrols of cargo terminals to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of gates and fences.
• Responding to security-related queries.
• Operating communication systems, i.e.: two-way radios, to ensure the Duty Officer is aware of your current location, and remain alert to all current activities in the cargo terminal.
• Operating electronic tablets for recording required details of all persons seeking access to the cargo terminal.
• Inspection of documentation (including identity documents) of all persons seeking entry to Maritime Security Zones, wharves or wharf related areas.
• Contribute to the safety, security and fire prevention of Port and customer assets, equipment and cargo.
• Control movement of people, baggage and cargo.
• Respond to security incidents as they arise by directing the patrolling Port Services Officer or Police.
• Monitor the activities of small craft, vessels, vehicles and personnel movement and cargo handling within the Port area to contribute to security, safety and environment protection.
• Perform other duties as allocated by the Security Services Supervisor and/or Manager Port Services.
• Contribute to the Port’s strategic plans including the Statement of Corporate Intent, Corporate Plan and Port Vision 2050.
• Ensure appropriate health and safety, environmental management, quality and information security practices are implemented for all works to comply with the Port’s policies and relevant legislation.
• Comply with all relevant legislation, codes of practice and standards.
• Promote a Zero Harm culture and continual improvement in our Health and Safety management and performance.

Essential criteria

Mandatory requirements/qualifications/tickets/licences:

• Current Queensland C class Driver Licence.
• Certificate II in Security Operations.
• Current Queensland Security Provider Licence Class 1 (including Crowd Controller, Security Officer Unarmed and Security Officer Monitoring).
• Pre-employment Medical – Functional 10kg.

Skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the maritime industry, with knowledge of security monitoring and patrol procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret security instructions, regulations and guidelines and to act on and provide advice in accordance with the appropriate security instructions.
• Knowledge or the ability to obtain knowledge of the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 (Cth) and Regulations, as well as the Customs Act 1901 (Cth) as they relate to the control of access to Maritime Security Zones and cargo terminals is desirable.
• Knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to deal with a range of stakeholders.
• Decision making, problem solving, planning and organising skills.
• Capable of undertaking the physical demands and functions of the position (a pre-employment medical and the fitness for work policy as amended from time to time applies).

Software/Systems skills:

General computer skills.

• Highly desirable/ability to obtain criteria
• Candidates will need to have, or have the ability to obtain the following qualifications/tickets/licences:
• In-house Maritime Security Guard Training (required within 3 months).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (required within 12 months).
• Provide First Aid (required within 12 months).
• Maritime Security Identification Card (required within 3 months).