Purpose of the Role

This position is part of Trafigura’s Security & Business Resilience function and acts as a regional security lead. It involves direct, practical management of physical security and resilience within the middle east and with regular support to the rest of the global organization.

This role aims to safeguard Trafigura's personnel, property, and operations by spotting, evaluating, and handling physical security risks in complex, multi-jurisdictional settings. It acts as the main security contact between the global function and regional business lines — including trading, operations, operating companies, and subsidiaries — ensuring security supports commercial activity without hindrance.

Key Responsibilities - Regional

Operational Security Leadership:

• Direct the creation and rollout of a regional security plan that aligns with the global security framework and adapts to the changing threat environment. Set up governance frameworks, policies, and standards to guarantee uniform and efficient security oversight throughout the region.
• Provide specialist physical security advice to business collaborators across the Trafigura Group within the region, enabling risk-informed decisions that protect people, assets, and strengthens business resilience.
• Develop and coordinate, where needed, a regional security plan covering transportation, supply chain, logistics, petrochemical, and extraction industry contexts.
• Assist operating companies in adopting Trafigura's Security Management framework, collaborating with HSE leads in the asset division, General Managers, and contract managers.
• Conduct security reviews and testing to verify that physical security controls and systems are functioning as intended.
• Identify physical security vulnerabilities and propose practical, proportionate solutions that address root causes.
• Map, review, and drive innovation in physical security systems, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Support improvements to local and regional security contracts and agreements.
• Support a regional security awareness culture by developing and encouraging training programs that give employees the insights and habits essential to managing security risks effectively.
• Ensure regional security and resilience activities align with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
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