Aviation Security Operations Lead

dnata Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

dnata Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking a Security Executive to support the Assistant Security Manager and Head of Safety, Security, and Compliance in daily operations. You will work with internal teams and external security vendors to ensure aviation security measures are met.

The role involves managing access control, conducting investigations, updating SOPs, and supporting risk assessments. You will help enforce a security culture and oversee security systems including CCTV and alarms.

Qualifications

• Diploma/NITEC from a recognized tertiary institution.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with security policy work.
• Crisis Management & Business Continuity Management experience is appreciated.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Aviation background preferred.
• Possess Class 3 driving license and be able to attain Airfield Driving Permit (ADP).

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring dnata adheres to APD Security Directives.
• Manage access control systems and processes.
• Conduct investigations into security breaches and incidents.
• Assist in reviewing and updating SOPs to meet regulatory requirements.
• Assist in conducting security risk assessments to identify and address key risk areas.
• Enforce a security culture through engagement with business units.
• Identify and elevate breaches or concerns related to security, procedures, or systems.
• Issue staff passes and access rights for employees and contractors; ensure timely revocation and retrieval of passes upon resignation, and manage the secure disposal of access credentials.
• Support security incident response in the absence of the Assistant Security Manager.
• Oversee dnata Security Systems, including CCTV, EM Locks, drop arm barriers, and intrusion alarm systems.
• Issue parking decals for dnata staff and contractors; ensure accurate data submission to the finance department on a monthly basis for billing purposes.
• Assist in preparing and presenting security reports as needed.
• Conduct regular security checks and audits.
• Ensure 24/7 shift security deployment coverage across Catering, Cargo, and the Maintenance Base.
• Oversee 24/7 shift security coverage for all dnata contracted flights, including standard and non-standard services.
• Assist with airline/regulatory security audits of dnata operations.
• Address security findings from audits by ensuring timely closure of issues and integrating resolutions into operational processes and policies to enhance overall security effectiveness.
• Assist in developing and reviewing dnata’s Business Continuity Management Manual.
• Participate in emergency exercises organized by external stakeholders.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a training framework for staff on emergency response and business continuity.
• Assist in executing business continuity and resilience awareness initiatives.
• Assist in reviewing and updating corporate crisis plans and policies.
• Execute incident management plans for coordinated crisis response.
• Assist with additional duties as required.

Skills

Security policy

Crisis management

Business continuity

Microsoft Office

Aviation background

Education

Diploma/NITEC

Job description

dnata Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking a Security Executive to support the Assistant Security Manager and Head of Safety, Security, and Compliance in daily operations. You will work with internal teams and external security vendors to ensure aviation security measures are met.

The role involves managing access control, conducting investigations, updating SOPs, and supporting risk assessments. You will help enforce a security culture and oversee security systems including CCTV and alarms.