The Amazon Aviation Security (AvSec) team is seeking an Aviation Security Manager to lead critical night operations that keep our Melbourne air cargo network secure and compliant. You'll lead a dedicated team of associates and examination officers, oversee compliance with Regulated Air Cargo Agent (RACA) requirements, and drive operational performance. This is a unique opportunity to scale security operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where your leadership will directly influence the success of Amazon's air network.
Key job responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and develop a team of Amazon associates, 3rd party vendors to achieve operational excellence
- Motivate and build strong relationships across your team, fostering a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement
- Review work forecasts and determine operational staffing requirements to meet business demands
- Collaborate with cross-functional support teams including Operations, Safety, Engineering, Loss Prevention, and Human Resources to accomplish shared objectives
- Participate in partner team meetings to drive operational consistency across the network
Compliance & Security Operations
- Ensure full compliance with Regulated Air Cargo Agent (RACA) security program requirements and corporate policies
- Conduct regular audits and security assessments to verify adherence to security procedures and regulatory standards
- Oversee Dangerous Goods classification compliance
- Utilize industry and Amazon best practices for secure handling and transportation of air cargo
- Effectively communicate security policies and procedures to partner teams, providing awareness and guidance
- Identify vulnerable processes and systems, providing expert advice and support for security risk remediation
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Enhance, track, and report on key performance metrics to drive operational improvements
- Identify, promote, and implement security best practices across the operation
- Maintain Health and Safety standards within your area of responsibility
- Deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Drive Dive Deep analysis on complex processes to solve problems and optimize operations
A day in the life
- Supervisor and tactical management in an area with procedures or workflow;
- Conducts audits and security assessments to ensure compliance;
- Facilitates successful results for customers;
- Recommends improvements to tools and procedures;
- Utilizes industry and Amazon best practices for the secure transportation of air cargo;
- Supports operational teams from a regulatory and security perspective;
- Reports and manages risks;
- Supports crisis management planning and emergency response;
- Supports investigations of regulatory violations and mitigates risk;
- Supports a single facility and develops team members. Supports leadership by managing problems and escalating roadblocks.
About the team
The Aviation Security and Regulatory Compliance (AvSec) team is responsible for air cargo security and regulatory compliance at Amazon. The Team is committed to identifying and mitigating risk to people, Amazon assets, Amazon brand and regulatory compliance. The foundation of the organization and the risk mitigation and continuous improvement programs are built on the principles of a robust Security Management Systems (SeMS).
Basic Qualifications
- Experience with MS Office, MS Excel, and data retrieval languages
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of compliance program management, legal, governance, audit, risk/loss prevention, or equivalent experience
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:
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