SECURITY MANAGER AT APM TERMINALS

About Company:

APM Terminals is the global terminal operating arm of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group. APM Terminals operates a Global Terminal Network of 76 operating port and terminal facilities and 117 Inland Services operations in 59 countries around the globe.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Description:

• As a key member of the Terminal Leadership Team, the Security Manager plays a vital role in ensuring a secure operating environment for our people, assets, and operations.
• This role leads the implementation and continuous improvement of APMM’s Global Security Framework, ensuring compliance with international and local regulations, including the ISPS Code.
• You’ll be responsible for identifying and managing security risks, coordinating incident responses, and fostering a strong security culture across the terminal. You’ll also work closely with internal stakeholders, government authorities, and external networks to ensure our security standards are upheld and continuously improved.
• Lead and manage all aspects of terminal security operations, including regulatory compliance, risk assessments, and incident response.
• Serve as the Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO), ensuring ISPS Code compliance and maintaining the Port Facility Security Plan.
• Monitor local security contexts to proactively identify threats and vulnerabilities, using data-driven tools and platforms.
• Oversee technical security systems such as CCTV, access control, and emergency protocols, ensuring optimal performance and integration.
• Conduct thorough investigations into security incidents, preparing detailed reports and supporting disciplinary or legal actions.
• Manage relationships with security vendors and contribute to procurement processes, ensuring quality service delivery.
• Support travel and duty-of-care security standards for employees and contractors, especially in high-risk locations.
• Build a strong security culture through onboarding, training, and regular communication of local security advisories.
• Control security budgets, assess CAPEX needs, and manage OPEX to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Lead and develop the terminal security team, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Significant years of experience in a Security Manager role (ideally within ports, logistics, mining, or aviation sectors).
• Professional certification in Security/Risk Management (e.g., CSMP, CPP, ISO 31000).
• ISPS PFSO certification
• Strong investigative skills and experience in incident reporting and case management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Hands-on experience with CCTV, vehicle tracking, and physical protection systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Valid driver’s license.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Lean-minded: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day.
• We’re seeking a confident communicator and collaborative leader who thrives in cross-functional environments.
• You’ll need to be safety-conscious, data-driven, and capable of maintaining high operational standards in complex settings.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 12th November, 2025

Application Instructions:

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