Job description

YOU TACKLE FOR QUALITY AND GREAT SERVICE. THIS WILL IMPROVE THE LIFE OF OUR CUSTOMERS.

Would you like to become part of the world's most international company in the world?

A company that pioneered cross-border express delivery in 1969 and is now active in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. Do you want to be part of a company that connects people worldwide? And the more people we connect, the better life will be on our planet.

Join our team and discover how an international network that's focused on service, quality and sustainability, is able to connect people and improve lives through the power of global trade. And not just for our customers, but for every member of our team too. To learn more about our culture, motivated people and our purpose, please visit www.dpdhl.jobs/express

Do you want to make a difference? Then come to our "Insanely Customer Centric" Team and become a Certified International Specialist!

Overall Role Purpose

Support DHL's airline and aviation security operations by regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across all airline assets, cargo, and personnel. Act as the designated deputy for the Senior Manager of Aviation Security, providing expert guidance, operational oversight, and strategic backup when required.

Your Tasks:

Aircraft Security:

• Supports the safety and security of all aircraft and compliance with all relevant legislation, security programmes and standards.
• Ensures access security checks are carried out to prevent unauthorized access to aircraft and restricted operational areas.
• Coordinates aircraft security searches and aircraft protection activities when required.
• Monitors aircraft security procedures and reports non-compliance, vulnerabilities and security concerns.
• Supports supervisory checks and monitoring of unattended aircraft where applicable.

Airport Security:

• Supports the implementation of aviation security measures to ensure DHL airport facilities remain secure and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Assists in maintaining communication processes for the exchange of operationally relevant security information throughout the aviation security management system.
• Monitors the effectiveness of physical security infrastructure and operational security controls.
• Verifies that operational security personnel meet training, qualification and background screening requirements.
• Supports implementation and maintenance of aviation security documentation and data control processes.
• Assists with the implementation of additional security measures during periods of elevated threat.
• Conducts periodic security surveys, reviews and inspections to identify weaknesses and improvement opportunities.
• Monitors service provider compliance with aviation security requirements and contractual obligations.

Security Compliance, Audits and Testing:

• Conducts aviation security audits, inspections and tests to assess the effectiveness of security controls and programme implementation.
• Supports the preparation of audit plans and monitors the timely closure of audit findings and corrective actions.
• Reviews security performance data and prepares compliance reports for management and regulatory requirements.
• Supports regulatory inspections, authority audits and internal assurance activities.

Personnel Security and Safety:

• Assists local and regional management with the investigation and resolution of aviation security incidents and security-related concerns.
• Supports implementation of DHL security policies, procedures and standards to protect employees, facilities, aircraft and assets.
• Provides aviation security advice and guidance to operational management and functional stakeholders.

Aviation Security Training:

• Supports the design, development and delivery of initial and recurrent aviation security training programmes.
• Delivers classroom and web-based aviation security training in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Maintains training records and monitors compliance with mandatory training standards.
• Promotes aviation security awareness and a positive security culture across the organisation.

Cargo Security:

• Supports compliance with ACC3, Regulated Agent and other secure supply chain requirements.
• Monitors implementation of cargo security controls and associated aviation security procedures.
• Supports station assessments, validations and security reviews to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Assists in maintaining aviation cargo security documentation and records.

Stakeholders:

• Maintains effective working relationships with Civil Aviation Authorities, airport operators, airlines, handling agents and security service providers.
• Acts as a point of contact for aviation security operational matters and supports responses to regulatory requests.
• Collaborates with DHL operational, security and quality teams to ensure consistent implementation of aviation security requirements.

Management Responsibility:

• Deputizes for the Senior Manager Aviation Security during periods of absence.
• Supports implementation of regional aviation security strategies, policies and programmes.
• Escalates significant security risks, incidents and compliance issues to senior management.
• Leads specific aviation security projects and improvement initiatives as assigned.

Your Profile:

• 5-8 years of aviation security experience.
• Experience operating within a regulated aviation environment.
• Demonstrated experience in compliance monitoring, auditing and investigations.
• Experience working with Civil Aviation Authorities and operational stakeholders.
• University degree in Security Management, Aviation, Logistics, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Professional aviation security qualification preferred.
• ICAO Aviation Security Management, ICAO AVSEC PM, IATA Security Management or equivalent qualification desirable.
• Recognized security management or risk management certification advantageous.
• Excellent command/highly proficient in written and spoken English.
• Strong understanding of aviation security legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of cargo security and secure supply chain programmes.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and security audits.
• Understanding of aviation operational environments and airport security requirements.
• Advanced report writing, analysis and presentation skills.

Our Offer:

• Strong career support in an international environment.
• Great culture and colleagues.
• Multifarious benefit programm.

Do you see a personal challenge in these versatile and responsible tasks? Then apply now!

We look forward to receiving your application!