Island Security and Safety Manager

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Cooperate and assist the Island Director and managers of all departments as requested by the Island Director/ Director of Safety/ Director of Security

• Verifying security operational policies and procedures are compliant with the Port Facility Security Plan; safety operational policies and procedures are compliant with the LOG’s; that safety & security training requirements are met by ensuring that the required training is scheduled and maintain accurate documentation; the integrity, functionality and readiness of the technical and operational safety systems are being maintained, utilizing the island department heads to assist within their areas

• Conduct DOS as required for all Ships using the Port Facility

• Schedule relevant security Patrol operations

• Ensure all safety & security equipment is in working order and in its correct location, utilizing the relevant department heads on island within their areas

• Liaise and cooperate with shore side law enforcement and security agencies

• Conducting safety &security investigations(both guest and crew) and preparation of relevant reports to be transmitted to the appropriate leadership(Safety, Safety Equipment & Security

• Assists or Administers crew drug and alcohol policy

• Reporting all security and safety company policy violations to Island Director and Director of Security

• Ongoing review and assessments of security and safety operational policies and procedures, sending any findings along with any recommendations for improvements to the relevant executives ashore for awareness and support to closeout if unable to closeout immediately on island or make policy amendments

• Maintaining the quality and the quantity of work performed by subordinates through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback and provide written documentation of any noted deficiencies or achievements

• Scheduling monthly meetings with Human Resources Manager, Director of safety operations, and Director of security operations

• Coordinating the inventory and maintenance of security and safety equipment

• Conduct an annual PFSP internal review with Island Director, reporting to Director of Security

• Evaluating and assessing new Island Security Crew Members with security and safety duties

• Providing advice and support to DCL Ship leadership, as required

• Monitoring all security and safety related training programs for Island crew, vendors and visitors as appropriate

• Conducts security training including use of security equipment, patrol, crowd handling, weapon/bomb detection, guest relations, and care of security equipment

• Identifying and developing further Safety and Security training opportunities

• Planning, conducting and documenting annual vessel and Island security and safety drills and exercises

• Review and evaluate the Emergency Duties as specified in the Island Emergency Plan

• Responsible to engage with the Director of Safety Operations in respect of all elements associated with Castaway Cast safety

• Develop a quarterly Safety Drill

• Organizes and conducts the Guest and Crew Island Emergency Assembly and Evacuation Drill

• Verifies that all regulatory safety signs are installed throughout the Island

• Compiles a bi-monthly safety report to the Island Director and Director Safety Operations and Quality Assurance & Compliance Director

• Keep abreast of the latest in operational safety regulations and procedures from the Company and makes appropriate recommendations for improvement

• Monitor stocks of Personal Protection Equipment with the relevant Island Managers to make sure adequate supplies are always on hand

• Assists Auditors during their visits

• Organizes the monthly Island Safety and Environmental Committee meeting

• Develop and keep current a safety bulletin board for the Crew

• Monthly inspection of Island safety

• Planning, conducting and documenting service for Safety Systems in compliance with DCL requirements and the local authorities

Basic Qualifications

• 7 + years related cruise line gangway and port facility experience
• 5 + years related cruise line and port facility safety experience
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
• Significant experience with port facility and cruise ship security training
• Significant experience with port facility and cruise ship security equipment
• Significant experience with safety and security investigations and documentation
• Significant experience working with law enforcement Familiarity with port facility and cruise ship security programs Familiarity with reviewing and interpreting regulations, guidelines, and policies
• Demonstrated strong partnering skills
• Proven ability to train others and lead a training team
• Proven ability to conduct administrative training research
• Familiar with port facility and cruise ship security practices and security programs
• Familiar with security program oversight
• Demonstrated problem solving skills, as well as continuous improvement process skills
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualified as Port Facility Security Manager
• Familiar with external threat planning
• Familiarity with maritime security investigations and port security
• Operational experience with port and cruise industry security and safety standards Familiar with maritime regulatory agencies
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information
• Proven instructing skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to extract key facts from complex written material
• Ability to work independently
• Strong partnering skills

Required Education

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Additional Information

• Be interested in working on a private island in the Bahamas
• Legally authorized to work in The Bahamas
• Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties and/or associated responsibilities 
• Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in areas and operations under their control
• Be willing to follow and embrace Environmentality requirements and Company practices
• Be appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment
• Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations
• Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally

• Obtain a criminal background check
• Bring approved work shoes

• Segment: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
• Business: Disney Cruise Line
• Category: Security
• Job Type: Full Time
• Alternate City: Lookout Cay
• Alternate State / Region / Province: Eleuthera
• Alternate Country / Region: Bahamas