Security Manager
Build a safer future with one of the world's leading infrastructure groups.
Webuild is a global leader in the design and construction of large-scale infrastructure and complex engineering projects. With a strong presence across Australia and New Zealand, we are committed to delivering projects that create lasting value for our clients, communities, and people.
We are seeking an experienced Security Manager ANZ to lead the development, implementation, and governance of our security strategy across Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to senior leadership, this role will provide independent oversight, assurance, and governance of security performance across our projects and operations, ensuring alignment with Webuild Group standards and local regulatory requirements.
This is a strategic leadership opportunity for a security professional with strong governance, risk, compliance, and stakeholder management experience.
The Opportunity
As Security Manager ANZ, you will define and maintain the security framework that supports our people, assets, operations, and projects. You will work closely with project teams, corporate functions, subcontractors, security providers, and external agencies to ensure security standards are consistently applied and effectively monitored throughout project lifecycles.
You will provide independent assurance and oversight without assuming day-to-day operational ownership of project security functions.
Key Responsibilities
Security Governance & Framework
- Develop, implement, and maintain the ANZ Security Policy aligned with Webuild Group requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Establish security governance structures, procedures, and operating models.
- Ensure consistent alignment between corporate security requirements and project-level implementation.
Security Standards & Controls
- Define minimum security standards across projects and operations, including:
- Access control systems
- CCTV and monitoring solutions
- Physical security measures
- Asset protection controls
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and security guidance.
- Drive consistent implementation across projects and subcontractors.
Security Risk Management
- Develop and maintain a risk-based security management framework.
- Identify, assess, and monitor threats, vulnerabilities, and emerging risks.
- Escalate significant security risks and issues to executive leadership.
Vendor & Security Provider Management
- Establish KPIs and SLAs for security service providers.
- Monitor performance, compliance, and service delivery outcomes.
- Support procurement, onboarding, and governance of security partners.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Develop meaningful security metrics and reporting frameworks.
- Track and analyse security performance across projects and operations.
- Deliver executive-level reporting and strategic insights.
Audit & Continuous Improvement
- Support internal and external audits.
- Conduct reviews and assurance activities across projects.
- Capture lessons learned and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Cybersecurity Coordination
- Partner with cybersecurity teams to ensure an integrated approach to physical and cyber security risks.
- Support the implementation of security strategies that address evolving threats.
External Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the primary point of contact with law enforcement, government agencies, regulators, and external security stakeholders.
- Establish clear engagement and incident escalation protocols.
About You
You are a collaborative and influential security leader with a strong governance mindset and the ability to operate effectively across complex project environments.
You will bring:
- Proven experience developing and implementing security governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
- Strong knowledge of security risk management principles and assurance processes.
- Demonstrated experience managing security providers and contractor compliance.
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Strong communication and executive reporting capabilities.
- Ability to influence outcomes across multiple business functions and project teams.
- Understanding of the interaction between physical security and cybersecurity environments.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Risk Management, Criminology, Business, Defence Studies, Law Enforcement, or a related discipline.
- Experience within infrastructure, construction, resources, defence, or major project environments.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in security management, with a strong focus on governance, risk, compliance, and assurance.
- Experience developing and implementing security frameworks across complex organisations or multi-site operations.
- Experience conducting security risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies.
- Ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearances where required.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Australian security regulatory frameworks and the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP).
- Professional security certifications such as CPP, PSP, CSMP, or equivalent.
- Experience working alongside cybersecurity teams and programs.
- Qualifications in emergency management, business continuity, crisis management, or investigations.
Why Join Webuild?
At Webuild, you'll be part of a global organisation delivering some of the most significant infrastructure projects in the world. We offer:
- The opportunity to shape and lead security strategy across Australia and New Zealand.
- Exposure to complex and high-profile infrastructure projects.
- A collaborative and values-driven culture.
- Career development opportunities within a leading international engineering and construction group.
- A workplace committed to safety, integrity, inclusion, and excellence.
Join Webuild and help protect the people, projects, and communities that build a better future.
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