Qualifications for the post of Security Manager at the Sea Terminal

Summary

A request was made for the qualifications required for the Security Manager post at the Sea Terminal. The Department of Infrastructure disclosed that while no formal person specification exists, specific experience and certifications are expected for the role.

Key Facts

• The job title was amended from Port Security Senior Supervisor to Harbours Security Manager in September 2020.
• No formal person specification currently exists for the Harbours Security Manager post.
• At least 5 years of experience in a security environment is expected.
• Holding a recognised Port Facilities Security Officer (PFSO) qualification is expected.
• A Radiation Protection Supervisor course is desirable due to X-ray equipment responsibilities.

Data Disclosed

• September 2020
• 1 November 2021
• 10 November 2021
• 5 years
• 2063921

Original Request

What qualifications are required for a position as a Security Manager at the Sea Terminal?

Data Tables (1)

Full Response Text

Department of Infrastructure Sea Terminal Building, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2RF

Contact: FOI Response Team/CK/PN Telephone: (01624) 686785 Email: dpo-doi@gov.im

Our ref: 2063921 10 November 2021

Dear ###

We write further to your request which was received on 1 November 2021 and which states:

"What qualifications are required for a position as a Security Manager at the Sea Terminal?"

Our response to your request is as follows: 1. In September 2020, the job title Port Security Senior Supervisor was amended to Harbours Security Manager following a JEGS (Job Evaluation Grade Scheme) process. The job description remained unchanged. 2. Whilst there is a job description for the Port Security Senior Supervisor role, there was no person specification. A person specification sets out what the applicant needs to be successful in the role which includes, where applicable, essential or desirable qualifications. 3. Although there is currently no personal specification attached to the post of Harbours Security Manager, a role which incorporates the responsibilities of the Port Facilities Security Officer (PFSO) we would expect at least 5 years’ experience in a security environment, the holding of a recognised PFSO qualification and (since the Sea Terminal X-Ray equipment is also under the remit of PFSO) a Radiation Protection Supervisor course would be desirable. Please quote the reference number 2063921 in any future communications.

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