AVIATION SECURITY MANAGER - IRAQ

JOB DETAILS

We are currently welcoming applications from from female candidates for the role of Aviation Security Manager - Al Najaf International Airport [NIAP], Najaf

PURPOSE OF ROLE 
 
To provide training and education to project staff in preventing acts of unlawful interference against civil aviation operations, utilizing state of the art technology.  Educate and provide friendly customer service to the traveling public whilst providing screening of passengers, luggage and cargo to safeguard their freedom of movement and provide security background to improve security systems within airport security operations. 
 
Role of the Position 
 
The post incumbent will be the 3IC on the Senior Management Team at Al Najaf Al Sharaf International Airport within Iraq reporting to the Project Manager (PM) and/or the Project Director (PD).   
 
The successful candidate will assist the PM and PD in planning, delivering and maintaining the continuing success of the contract. He/she will do this by following established business direction and additionally providing input into the organisational structure and core work practices to enable continued growth and new directions for all NIAP staff employed within the project. 
 
He / she will provide a visible source of leadership, motivating and supporting the management team to deliver the customer promise and standards in compliance with the guidelines under ICAO Annex 17 & Doc 8973, Olive Group and the Client’s (Al Najaf Al Sharaf Airport Board of Director) requirements.  He/she will continuously review, monitor and improve ways in which we work to ensure the highest levels of compliance to ensure minimising risk of unlawful interference with civil aviation operations with regard to the passengers and aircraft serviced by Olive Group under our contract.   
 
To achieve these goals, the post holder will need to have senior management experience with the ability to work in a challenging environment with the added strength of working at times on a solitary basis.  Proven focus on aviation compliance & standards delivery, customer service and staff development.  A solid knowledge of Aviation Security regulatory aspects, performance management tools and techniques is vital, along with the ability to forge relationships with peers and customers. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Including but not limited to the following, as directed by and/or in consultation with the PM and/or PD: 
 

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
 
Including but not limited to the following, as directed by and/or in consultation with the PM and/or PD: 
 
 Manage and oversee all aspects of the Airport contract that relate to the airport.  Establish and nurture excellent working relationships with senior airport management and clients including members of the Iraqi control authorities.  Ensure that the highest customer service is delivered, cost effectively and consistently.  Ensure that all contractual obligations are met in full, whilst achieving full compliance against all Olive Group, International & national relevant regulations.  Support and develop all aspects of management, staff motivation and ensure succession planning of the management team  Make sure all disciplinary, grievance and customer complaints are dealt with promptly and in accordance with company policies.  Identify, follow up and report any potential new business opportunities to the PM and/or PD.   Take on and deliver project work as required and defined by business needs, whilst being able to manage your regular responsibilities  Ensure that health and safety in the workplace exists to ensure the minimisation of health and safety breaches.  Immediately report and investigate any potential incidents that relate to security or safety. 
 
ADDITIONAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
 
 Responsible for ensuring that the Project comply with all Host Nation Legal Directives and that policies plans and procedures are adhered to.  Responsible for asset utility in accordance with client request and asset availability.  Is responsible for first line reporting regarding all major incidents through agencies in the event of a reportable incident.  Responsible for constant quality assurance and control of all personnel conducting Security Services on Project throughout the longevity of the contract 
 
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES, SKILLS: 
 
 Proven command and control experience in a demanding high risk environment is essential.  Needs to show balance and a calm demeanour in delivery of client request  Be able to articulate facts in a timely and accurate manner both orally and written.  Proven operational experience in a demanding high risk environment  Full understanding of liaison and interaction with Host Nation Forces  Ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative and accuracy in high pressure situations  Ability to draft detailed and accurate reports  Ability to identify, articulate and focus on security issues of significance in order to direct Project Operations Manager to support the clients both in country and at corporate level. 

 Relevant & current national or international qualification in Aviation Security.  Appropriate management qualification and experience with a minimum of three years of senior operational management experience.  Specialist subject matter qualifications (desirable not essential)  The post incumbent should also have had significant experience in the following areas for a period of time:  Operational Aviation Security (1 x year).  Management and responsibilities for airport or other transportation based operational staff. (2x years)  Team operations within a busy airport or similar transportation based environment. (1x year)  Understanding diversity and cultural issues within the Project Team in line with Olive Groups Code of Conduct  
 
KEY COMPETENCIES: 
 
 Managerial and Planning: The ability to effectively organise, plan and deliver services utilising best use of resources.  Team Skills: Maintain orientation towards integrity, continuous improvement, and flexibility.  Communication / Client Focus: The ability to communicate, both formally and informally with the aid of reports with peers and outside agencies such as the Airport and external control authorities.  Additionally, it is extremely important to demonstrate a thorough understanding of client needs.  Decision Making: Show ability to use information strategically.  Technical: Demonstrate relevant technical knowledge (or the ability and willingness to learn it).  Education: Is educated to a high standard and must demonstrate the ability to transfer thoughts and ideas by means of written and spoken English to a high standard.  Business development: Grow the business while ensuring contractual compliance at all times  Regulatory Aspects: Ensure that all processes are compliant with Olive Group Policies, Client Policies as well as national and international legislative and ICAO requirements  Management Guidance: Provide management guidance during unexpected events and incidents to ensure protection of passengers, staff and Olive Group & Client reputation.    Multi-tasking: Be able to multi-task senior managerial level events and requirements.    Endurance: The ability to work long hours in a current high threat environment.  Deployment Duration: The ability to work away from home for an extended period of time.  IT literate especially in the use of Word, PowerPoint, Excel  Possess a full understanding of management processes and procedures  Fully cognizant on Olive Group Iraq SOP and directives.  Proven man management skills 

REQUIREMENTS