Security Coordinator & WHS PNG

Job Description

Program Background

Pacific Australia Skills is a significant Australian investment which stands to make a major contribution to supporting social and economic growth in the region through strengthening the skills and training sector across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. Pacific Australia Skills builds on the achievements of 17 years of Australian Government support for skills and training in the Pacific.

The Role

The WHS & Security Coordinator has key responsibilities for promoting, implementing, and maintaining workplace health, safety, and security standards across the program. The role ensures that all Security and WHS activities are undertaken in accordance with Pacific Australia Skills and DFAT policies and procedures and confirms compliance with legislative requirements. This position will promote a culture of safety and security awareness among all staff and other stakeholders.

Roles and Responsibilities

Security

• Serve as the primary Security Focal Point for Pacific Australia Skills in PNG, overseeing day-to-day security operations and ensuring that all third-party security service providers deliver high-quality services.
• Develop and enforce Country Office site security procedures, including visitor induction and access, emergency response, and security operations.
• Coordinate the installation and maintenance of security infrastructure and technology.
• Conduct security audits and security risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
• Asset and Facilities Management.

Workplace Health and Safety (WHS)

• Develop, implement, and review WHS policies, procedures, and systems.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections of workplace and program activity practices.
• Monitor compliance with HSE Plan, WHS legislation, DT Global and DFAT safety standards.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and prepare reports with corrective actions

Other responsibilities

• Comply with Pacific Australia Skills Code of Conduct, report OHS incidents and arrange first aid treatment when necessary.
• Contribute to developing harmonious working relationships with DFAT, colleagues and key stakeholders, and assist to build the profile and reputation of Pacific Australia Skills as a high performing support program.
• As a member of the Pacific Australia Skills team, contribute to integration of GEDSI, First Nation perspectives, environmental considerations and other cross-cutting issues; fostering of a collaborative team; and measurement of results and production of reports.

Selection Criteria

Essential Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Security, Work Health and Safety or related discipline.
• Experience in WHS and/or security coordination.
• Knowledge of relevant WHS legislation, codes of practice, and risk management principles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Incident investigation and emergency response training desirable.
• Experience in development programs, ideally within a DFAT-funded context.
• Understanding of Value for Money principles and effective task prioritisation.
• Understanding of and commitment to Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Child Protection, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), prevention of human trafficking, environmental protection, anti-corruption and other DFAT safeguarding policies.

DT strongly encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including first nations, diverse SOGIESC and people with disabilities.

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HOW TO APPLY

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Please submit

1) Your CV

2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 18th November 2025 Tuesday, 11:59 pm Port Moresby time.

Should this role be of interest; we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women, men, people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.

About the Organization

About DT Global Asia Pacific

At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.

For more information, please see www.dt-global.com