Experience

Newcastle Airport Pty Limited

• Australia
• Airlines and Aviation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Security Manager

  • 2023 - Present



Sydney Airport

• Australia
• Airlines and Aviation
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Security Advisory Manager

  • Oct 2019 - Jan 2023

  - Management and implementation of Sydney Airport security programs, policies, and procedures.- Delivery of security advice and solutions across the business, contracted service providers, and airport stakeholders.- Manage the transition of Terminal 3 security infrastructure and services from Qantas to Sydney Airport.- Undertake detailed investigations of security breaches, incidents, and failures, producing detailed evidence-based reports.- Negotiate corrective action plans with individuals and companies and ensure sufficient evidence of the plan’s implementation.- Develop security awareness strategies and communication material for the airport community to drive strong security culture.- Manage a service contract ensuring objectives are achieved. Show less

• Security Solutions Advisor

  • Mar 2009 - Oct 2019

  - Develop and implement tenant security programs to a diverse range of tenants on airport.- Conduct airport security awareness training sessions internally and to a range of companies working on airport.- Contribute to the development and implementation of the security and corporate risk register.- Coordinate and facilitate visits by external regulators, agencies and other stakeholders.- Undertake security assessments to identify potential risks and appropriate mitigation control strategies.- Manage a program of compliance activities, that is part of the broader quality management program, to ensure compliance against security legislation, security programs and the Security Standards and Practices Manual.- Develop, and monitor implementation, of appropriate Contractor Security Programs related to major airport works and as required,- Regularly inspect all airport capital projects under construction and other sites to assess their security compliance/regulatory integrity and direct corrective actions as appropriate.- Assist in the coordination of liaison visits with external security bodies such as regulatory agencies and international airlines.-Identify opportunities for improvement of security systems and processes and, in collaboration with the Security Quality Program Manager, drive these improvements through the security team. Show less

• VIP Facilitaion & Special Events

  • 2012 - 2013

  - Managing the lead up and day of operational aspects delivering high quality events whilst leading duty teams across the business- Undertaking logistics assistance for the organisation and conducting off airport emergency exercises including drafting Special Event Zone requests to government.

• Capital Projects Security Coordinator

  • Sep 2008 - Mar 2009

  - Ensure compliance with Airport Safety and Security Standards, SACL Transport Security Program and Government regulations.- In conjunction with the Security Coordinator and Security Managers, inspect all airport operations and functions top assess their impact on security integrity at Sydney Airport.- Inspect security positions (operational and works related), providing recommendations to the AVSEC Infrastructure Manager and implementing corrective actions as required.- Review and approve Security Standard Operating Procedures.- Assist contractors develop and implement appropriate Contractor Security Program related to major airport works.- Assist the AVSEC Infrastructure Manager in reviewing plans and developing requirements for future works.- Inspect work site areas daily to ensure operations are not impacted and implemented corrective actions required in conjunction with “Day of Operations” and to ensure compliance with Contractor Security Programs.- Attend T1 Redevelopment meetings on staging resource allocation for security, daily site walk of work sites. Show less

• Security Operations Coordinator / Terminal Services Coordinator

  • Jun 2004 - Sep 2008

  - Responsible for day-to-day security outcomes across the airport- Monitor and coordinate contracted security services providers to ensure coverage and service standards are met. - Perform security compliance activities confirming procedures are followed and security outcomes are achieved.- Manage security incidents and coordination internal, contracted and Government agency response personnel.- Complete detailed incident reports. - Chief Fire Warden responsibilities.Terminal Services Coordinator June 2004 - September 2008 - Deliver daily terminal operations ensuring services are maintained for airport stakeholders.- Coordinate special movements with local and foreign Government agencies ensuring correct protocols are met.- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver a range of construction, retail, and strategic projects Show less

• Security and Surveillance Officer

  • Jan 2003 - Jun 2004

  • Monitor CCTV and alarm systems and coordinate response.• Undertake surveillance operations in conjunction with NSW Police and AFP.• Undertake security compliance activates.• Coordinate and control airside special events.

• Airport Operations Safety & Security Officer

  • Aug 2002 - Jan 2003

  - Manage and control airside access points.- Perform patrols enforcing safety and security rules.- Respond to safety and security incidents\- Airside enforcement- Aircraft escorts