JOB TITLE: DEPUTY SECURITY MANAGER - UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEM
(UAS) & AIRSPACE
CLIENT: GLOBAL ENERGY OPERATOR - TOTALENERGIES
LOCATION: PEMBA - CABO DELGADO, PEMBA, MOZAMBIQUE
ASSIGNMENT TYPE: ROTATIONAL - 28 DAYS ON/ 28 DAYS OFF
START DATE: ASAP
CONTRACT LENGTH: ANNUALLY RENEWABLE CONTRACT
MISSIONS / SERVICE DIMENSIONS
Job dimensions
Ensure full management of the Project's airspace security, including all UAS (drone)
operations and C-UAS (counter-drone) systems
Plan, conduct, and supervise security flight missions (surveillance, reconnaissance,
area assessment) in coordination with Area 4, the civil aviation authority and all
UAS / C-UAS service providers
Coordinate with local aviation authorities and internal teams involved in air-related
security operations
Maintain continuous Airspace Situational Awareness (ASA) for all critical activities
Ensure all airspace security operations comply with Security SOPs, VPSHR, and
applicable regulations
Provide daily analysis, reports, and alerts on aerial, onshore and offshore activity
around the Project area
Supervise drone and counter-drone teams, ensuring qualification, discipline, and
adherence to operational standards
Ensuring that multimillion-dollar systems are installed correctly, function correctly and
are used to maximum effect for the project
Activities
Implementing a HSE system in conjunction with site HSE ensuring all work carried
out is 100% safety compliant in terms of the 12 golden rules as prescribed by Total,
and air safety standards for UAS / C-UAS operations
Plan and conduct UAS missions (surveillance, risk assessment, monitoring of
sensitive areas)
In cooperation with Area 4, coordinate C-UAS systems (radars, RF detectors,
jamming systems, authorized interception procedures)
Ensure continuous operational liaison with Area 4 for joint or supporting aerial
security missions
Supervise flight authorization processes, No-Fly Zones, and secure aerial corridors
Monitor and report all aerial activity, including unauthorized drone presence or
C-UAS alerts
Maintain permanent contact with civil and military aviation authorities regarding local
airspace use
Document and report all airspace security incidents or airspace violations
Ensure maintenance and operational readiness of UAS, batteries, ground stations,
radars, RF systems, and all related equipment
Train internal teams on drone-related risks and airspace security procedures
Presenting innovative and easy to implement ideas and solutions to various issues
that might be faced by the project
Continuous availability in case of emergency
Drafting the necessary documentation for all system related tenders, Bills of
quantities, estimated costs, Scopes of work for the eventual contracts
Context and environment
Work will be executed on site at Afungi, the working environment will be in Tropical
conditions and can at times become uncomfortable, as well as call for long working
hours
The area is a high-risk malaria zone, and it is the responsibility of the contractor to
take all necessary precautions to avoid contracting Malaria
Afungi is a construction camp, and shared facilities are the norm; food, and all
necessary basics to conduct your day-to-day life will be supplied; however, the job
requires 24/7 availability should emergency work be required
Cabo Delgado is now in a Zone Orange 2 and the Security situation in the camp is
elevated; freedom of movement will be restricted to camp and work areas
Work will be executed 4 weeks ON, 4 weeks OFF mode
Accountabilities
The function of the Security access control coordinator is to ensure that the following takes
place:
1. Guarantee full airspace security over Project installations and areas of operation
2. Ensure safe, compliant, and effective use of UAS and C-UAS systems
3. Deliver reliable reporting on aerial activity, threats, and system status
4. Ensure VPSHR compliance with all airspace operations interacting with civilians or
populated areas
5. Supervise all personnel and contractors involved in drone and counter-drone
operations
6. Follow up on all related maintenance issues and ensuring systems are always
functional, and a minimum of downtime is experienced for operations to continue
safely
7. Ensuring that Safety is always a priority in all works carried out both on and off site
and that a complete HSE plan is developed and maintained throughout the duration
of all works related to the project
Qualifications / Experience required
Proven experience in air operations management, UAS or C-UAS operations
(military, police, aviation, industrial security)
Strong understanding of drone and counter-drone tactics and technologies (RF,
radar, EO / IR, jamming)
Knowledge of UAS regulations (ICAO guidance, local aviation authority rules)
Solid background in airspace security risk assessment
Experience coordinating with military or security forces
Fluent in English (mandatory). Portuguese / Swahili is an asset depending on the
operational environment
Strong computer skills (situational awareness tools, reporting, mapping systems)
No criminal record
Valid driver's license and passport
(UAS) & AIRSPACE
CLIENT: GLOBAL ENERGY OPERATOR - TOTALENERGIES
LOCATION: PEMBA - CABO DELGADO, PEMBA, MOZAMBIQUE
ASSIGNMENT TYPE: ROTATIONAL - 28 DAYS ON/ 28 DAYS OFF
START DATE: ASAP
CONTRACT LENGTH: ANNUALLY RENEWABLE CONTRACT
MISSIONS / SERVICE DIMENSIONS
Job dimensions
Ensure full management of the Project's airspace security, including all UAS (drone)
operations and C-UAS (counter-drone) systems
Plan, conduct, and supervise security flight missions (surveillance, reconnaissance,
area assessment) in coordination with Area 4, the civil aviation authority and all
UAS / C-UAS service providers
Coordinate with local aviation authorities and internal teams involved in air-related
security operations
Maintain continuous Airspace Situational Awareness (ASA) for all critical activities
Ensure all airspace security operations comply with Security SOPs, VPSHR, and
applicable regulations
Provide daily analysis, reports, and alerts on aerial, onshore and offshore activity
around the Project area
Supervise drone and counter-drone teams, ensuring qualification, discipline, and
adherence to operational standards
Ensuring that multimillion-dollar systems are installed correctly, function correctly and
are used to maximum effect for the project
Activities
Implementing a HSE system in conjunction with site HSE ensuring all work carried
out is 100% safety compliant in terms of the 12 golden rules as prescribed by Total,
and air safety standards for UAS / C-UAS operations
Plan and conduct UAS missions (surveillance, risk assessment, monitoring of
sensitive areas)
In cooperation with Area 4, coordinate C-UAS systems (radars, RF detectors,
jamming systems, authorized interception procedures)
Ensure continuous operational liaison with Area 4 for joint or supporting aerial
security missions
Supervise flight authorization processes, No-Fly Zones, and secure aerial corridors
Monitor and report all aerial activity, including unauthorized drone presence or
C-UAS alerts
Maintain permanent contact with civil and military aviation authorities regarding local
airspace use
Document and report all airspace security incidents or airspace violations
Ensure maintenance and operational readiness of UAS, batteries, ground stations,
radars, RF systems, and all related equipment
Train internal teams on drone-related risks and airspace security procedures
Presenting innovative and easy to implement ideas and solutions to various issues
that might be faced by the project
Continuous availability in case of emergency
Drafting the necessary documentation for all system related tenders, Bills of
quantities, estimated costs, Scopes of work for the eventual contracts
Context and environment
Work will be executed on site at Afungi, the working environment will be in Tropical
conditions and can at times become uncomfortable, as well as call for long working
hours
The area is a high-risk malaria zone, and it is the responsibility of the contractor to
take all necessary precautions to avoid contracting Malaria
Afungi is a construction camp, and shared facilities are the norm; food, and all
necessary basics to conduct your day-to-day life will be supplied; however, the job
requires 24/7 availability should emergency work be required
Cabo Delgado is now in a Zone Orange 2 and the Security situation in the camp is
elevated; freedom of movement will be restricted to camp and work areas
Work will be executed 4 weeks ON, 4 weeks OFF mode
Accountabilities
The function of the Security access control coordinator is to ensure that the following takes
place:
1. Guarantee full airspace security over Project installations and areas of operation
2. Ensure safe, compliant, and effective use of UAS and C-UAS systems
3. Deliver reliable reporting on aerial activity, threats, and system status
4. Ensure VPSHR compliance with all airspace operations interacting with civilians or
populated areas
5. Supervise all personnel and contractors involved in drone and counter-drone
operations
6. Follow up on all related maintenance issues and ensuring systems are always
functional, and a minimum of downtime is experienced for operations to continue
safely
7. Ensuring that Safety is always a priority in all works carried out both on and off site
and that a complete HSE plan is developed and maintained throughout the duration
of all works related to the project
Qualifications / Experience required
Proven experience in air operations management, UAS or C-UAS operations
(military, police, aviation, industrial security)
Strong understanding of drone and counter-drone tactics and technologies (RF,
radar, EO / IR, jamming)
Knowledge of UAS regulations (ICAO guidance, local aviation authority rules)
Solid background in airspace security risk assessment
Experience coordinating with military or security forces
Fluent in English (mandatory). Portuguese / Swahili is an asset depending on the
operational environment
Strong computer skills (situational awareness tools, reporting, mapping systems)
No criminal record
Valid driver's license and passport