Security Officer & Naval Support

About this role

Naval Security Officer & Naval Administration Specialist

Lloyd’s Register

What We’re Looking For

The Naval Security & Administration specialist is responsible for maintaining the security accreditation for Lloyds Australasia Naval facilities, and external sites and programs such as Internation Treat of Arms Regulations (ITAR), Defence Industry Security Protocols (DISP) accreatation. The role provides security oversight, supports naval operations, protects personnel and infrastructure, and ensures compliance with Defence security standards and company procedures.

Additionally, this role will also provide administration support for Defence contracts matters (AUSDEFCON), across all Lloyds defence activities, including invoicing and contractual reporting requirements.

The role calls for keen situational awareness, disciplined operational behavior, and the ability to respond effectively to security incidents and new challenges in the naval domain.

What We Offer You

• The opportunity to be part of an organization with a clear mission, a values-based culture, and a commitment to supporting colleagues’ professional and personal advancement through our learning programs
• Full-time permanent position

The role

Maritime Security Operations

• Achieve and maintain DISP accreditation.
• Security processing and control of all Lloyds employees.
• Verify identification, credentials, and authorization of personnel and visitors.
• AUSDEFCON accreditation and.
• Identify and report security threats, vulnerabilities, and suspicious activity.
• Support implementation of vessel and port security plans.

Naval & Marine Support Operations

• Provide operational support to naval, coast guard, and maritime security activities where required.
• Assist with vessel movements, embarkation/disembarkation procedures, and marine logistics.
• Support coordination between ship crews, port authorities, contractors, and security teams.
• Assist with emergency response operations, including evacuation, search and rescue support, and incident containment.
• Maintain operational readiness of security equipment and marine support resources.

Safety & Emergency Response

• Respond to security incidents, emergencies, and safety-related events.
• Support fire prevention, emergency drills, and crisis management exercises.
• Assist with accident reporting and incident investigations.
• Follow maritime safety procedures and environmental protection requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture across marine operations.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate security logs, patrol records, and incident reports, ensure compliance with:
• International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code requirements
• Company security procedures
• Maritime safety regulations
• Port and vessel access control policies
• Participate in audits, inspections, and security assessments.

Team Coordination

• Work closely with:
• Naval Australasia team
• Australian Defence Force
• Defence Industry
• Naval support personnel (APS)
• Naval operations staff
• Provide clear communication during routine and high-pressure situations.
• Support training and mentoring of junior security personnel.

What You Bring

• Negative Vetting 1 or higher
• Previous experience in Australian Defence security, naval operations, military service, port security, or offshore environments.
• Knowledge of marine security procedures and vessel operations.
• Understanding of access control, risk assessment, and incident response.
• Ability to work extended hours, shifts, and offshore assignments.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to prepare accurate reports.
• Ability to operate effectively in challenging marine environments.

Nice to have

• Unit Security Officer certification.
• Maritime security training.
• Contractual and legal understating of AUSDEFCON.
• Military/naval background.
• Experience working in Project Management, ship construction and sustainment with the Defence Domain.

You Are Someone Who

• Is keen to take accountability and ownership for delivering customer needs
• Is able to self-manage and prioritize tasks towards meeting goals
• Is effective at solving problems, trouble-shooting and making timely decisions
• Is motivated and ready to take initiative
• Communicates in a structured way and has ability to present technical ideas in user-friendly language
• Displays a team spirit, particularly in a multicultural environment
• Responds positively to learning opportunities and is comfortable stepping out of own comfort zone

About security roles for ex-police

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