Security Supervisor

Requisition ID: 284884 

•  Relocation Authorized: National - Camp 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Thacker Pass,NV 

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Project Overview:

Thacker Pass is the largest known lithium resource in the United States. Once complete, the mine and processing facilities will produce more lithium carbonate than any other facility in the United States by far – enough to power 1 million electric vehicles per year. As the EPCM contractor for Lithium Americas, Bechtel is responsible for managing and integrating the efforts of a team contractors engineering and building the facility. We are also managing procurement of about $1 Billion in goods and services. Earth work began in 2023 and design and procurement of long-lead equipment is underway. The project is located in the high desert and wide-open spaces of north-central Nevada about 25 miles from the Oregon border, 1 hour northwest of Winnemucca, Nevada and 3 hours northeast of Reno. Planned with sustainability and the environment in mind, the facility will use its excess process heat to generate electricity and will recycle process water up to seven times. Once the second phase of the project is complete, Thacker Pass will produce more than 16 times the current U.S. output of lithium. Bechtel is proud to play a critical role in the U.S. transition to cleaner energy and offers the following opportunity on the Thacker Pass Project.

Job Summary:

In this role we are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Security Supervisor to be an active member of the Site team. The Security Supervisor will support the deployment of project security standards, plans and procedures, the coordination of the site security subcontractor and personnel, establishment of close relationships with local authorities, participate and coordinate all aspects of security operations to ensure the security and safety of our employees, assets, and facilities, including transportation, offices and accommodations. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities and a deep understanding of security plans, protocols and procedures. This role reports to the Project Security Manager. #LI-SM2 

Major Responsibilities:

• Duties and responsibilities will be carried out in coordination with, and under the direction of, the Project Security Manager. 
• Implement and manage site security plans, policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Supervise subcontract security personnel and facilitate their development through assignments, coaching, and mentoring.
• Ensure that Bechtel security requirements are properly interpreted and integrated in the project planning documents, construction and project operational plans, in alignment with Customer expectations and in accordance with Nevada state laws.
• Provide support within Security team and collaborate with ES&H, HR, Transportation, Construction, Commissioning, Labor Relations, Information Systems & Technology, Legal, Contracts, Procurement, Senior Management, and other functions regarding security requirements.
• Manage schedules and resources for interpreting and implementing security requirements.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate security operations, including access control, surveillance, and incident response.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and emergency services to ensure a coordinated response to security incidents.
• Monitor and analyze security trends and intelligence to proactively address potential threats.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on security incidents, investigations, and risk assessments to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements related to security.
• In coordination with Project management team periodically organize tests of security systems and real incident simulation exercises.
• Tracks, evaluates, and reports security data and security trends and determines corrective actions and opportunities for improvement.
• Audit the security guard force subcontractor to ensure performance and compliance with the awarded contract, taking corrective actions when necessary.
• Must be flexible and available to assist the Project Security manager in coordinating with law enforcement and activities on project property, when required. 
• Position will serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team and play a key role in managing communications and information distribution during emergencies.
• Acts as site security liaison, supporting access control and asset removal or recovery for the Company, Customer and Subcontractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned, aligned with the incumbent’s capabilities and experience.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Prior experience in law enforcement, military, intelligence unit, or with a public or government security organization
• Current knowledge of physical security principles, procedures, and equipment & technology applicable to protection of construction activities, offices, and facilities.
• Practical knowledge in the utilization of industrial security technology and its purpose and application for a camp construction site, as well as business and government restrictions and requirements that must be met and achieved
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to research and comprehend organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in using computer tools for presentations, data management, internal applications usage, and report preparation.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Specialized technical expertise and knowledge in relevant security systems

Total Rewards/Benefits:

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