About Yampurru
Yampurru Pty Ltd, is an Indigenous-owned company based in Western Australia. It specialises in providing high-level services such as security, logistics, emergency response, and medical management. Yampurru focuses on fostering relationships with Traditional Owner groups across Australia, offering employment pathways for Indigenous Australians, and promoting local procurement and community training opportunities.
Yampurru is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, fostering diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.
About the role
This is an opportunity for highly skilled and experienced Maritime Security Officers to join our team supporting clients in the Pilbara region. As a Maritime Security Officer, you will have a strong understanding of Maritime Security zones, regulations and laws. We also need you to be aware of the sensitivity to cultural differences and demonstrate teamwork when working with our clients, stakeholders, visitors and staff.
About You
- Knowledge of International Ship and Port Facility (ISPS) Code Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) (Desirable)
- Previous experience in a security officer role working in ports, mine sites or similar environments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High sense of responsibility and initiative
- Ability to work independently
You will be required (but not limited) to:
- Actively patrolling onsite
- Maritime Security water patrols (water vehicle)
- Gatehouse monitoring and access control
- Load Restraints vehicle checks
- Attend to client and visitor needs with exceptional customer service
- Focus on early identification of potential disturbances with the view to de-escalate and contain potential incidents
- Monitor security CCTV and alarm systems on a regular basis
- Maintain records and registers relevant to security and running in building and onsite
- Show resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Liaise with the client and assist police and emergency services when required
- First Aid response and management
- Demonstrate competence in spoken and written English
Eligibility for the role:
- Certificate II in Security Operations (essential)
- WA Security Officer License and Card (essential)
- Valid Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) (desirable)
- Current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) – within 3 years
- Current Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (HLTAID009) – within 12 months
- Current National Police Clearance (not more than 6 months old)
- Valid Australian unrestricted Driver’s License (essential)
- HLTPAT005 – Authorised Drug and Alcohol Screening Officer accreditation (desirable).
- Load Restraint Awareness for Road Transport certification (desirable).
What we offer?
- Flexible rosters and a commitment to work/life balance
- Career growth pathways and continuous training
- An inclusive and values-driven team culture
