Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
Training
Languages
Personal Information
Signature - Date Of Signing
Timeline
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Silimana’i Taffy B.J. Banse

Apia,Samoa

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager Security Operation

Samoa Airways
07.2021 - 11.2024
  • Behaving in a manner that leads to Constructively leading and influencing the desired behaviors of staff in maximizing safety and security performance.
  • Fostering a focus on safety and security.
  • Actively influencing department team members to deliver the required standards of performance.
  • Oversighting the safety and security of daily operations.
  • Auditing and investigating Aviation Security by Contributing to the development of the annual security audit plan (included within the annual safety systems audit plan).
  • Conducting safety audits of security and other related operational areas to ensure work priorities are maintained in accordance with the annual plan.
  • Assisting in the preparation of reports and investigations or reviews into incidents or occurrences as required.
  • Ensuring all security investigations are, in concurrence with the Manager Quality Assurance and Safety, conducted in accordance with policy and feedback processes and that feedback is provided in a timely manner to departments.
  • Conducting security surveys to evaluate the effectiveness of security control measures in outports and provide survey reports containing results.
  • Determine any corrective and proactive actions deemed appropriate to be implemented.
  • Contributing to risk management by providing timely input to the risk data base on airside safety and security matters.
  • Providing support to Departments in implementing risk control measures when requested.
  • Assessing and providing advice on safety and security risk data.
  • Monitoring and actively supporting the management of the Drug, Alcohol and Substance abuse Program.
  • Providing operational support, in accordance with the respective safety systems manuals, to the Manager Quality Assurance and Safety for Compliance with safety and security standards.
  • Providing input to and participating in the Emergency Response Program.
  • Providing monthly reports in a timely manner on matters of security and dangerous goods.
  • Conducting airside safety and security training in conjunction with department managers.
  • Advising the Manager Safety Systems of any security issues requiring attention.
  • Any increased risks from threats, international safety or security events which Samoa Airways should be aware of, any advisories from MWTI CAD, CAANZ and any other State to which Samoa Airways may operate to.
  • Any manual amendments or security bulletins to staff required.
  • Ensuring all staff and service providers maintain compliances with Samoa Airways Security Manual and any other applicable security documentation.
  • Participating in security meetings held by MWTI CAD/CAANZ and/or the Airport Authority.
  • Participating in security audits by regulators and airline partners.
  • Undertaking other duties including ensuring all staff members maintain currency of airside safety and security awareness and identification cards and that these are properly documented.
  • Providing input and encourages the Company efforts for environmental health, personnel Health & Safety, and Customer Services.
  • Providing such duties that may be requested from time to time which are not inconsistent with the thrust of this position.

Environmental Health, Safety and Security Coordinator

British American Tobacco (BAT)
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Prepare, propose, and gain approval of the EHS objectives and budget in close cooperation with peers, based on the short and medium-term objectives of the local business and group EHS objectives & standards.
  • Lead and manage the governance and reporting through coordinating a local EH&S committee to drive agenda on maintaining high EH&S standards to minimise risk of injury and/ or property damage/liability.
  • Manager and monitor overall security measures and process implemented on site and provide improvements to eliminate possibility of business loss due to theft or other.
  • Manage, prepare, and communicate monthly, quarterly and cyclical reports to the business.
  • Manage and maintain sound compliance with Standards of Business Conduct through ensuring all security activities are congruent with the BAT plc Standards of Business Conduct.
  • Drive and champion the risk assessments and reporting through thorough formal risk assessment of business security and illicit trade activities.
  • Ensure a risk assessment philosophy is embedded such that regular risk assessments are undertaken for core business activities and all new activities are assessed prior to commencement, and that formal sign off of risk assessments and mitigation plans are carried out as and when required.
  • Lead, direct and push completion of direct intelligence/information collection programmes and investigations, sharing results with, and providing visibility on all operational matters.
  • Ensure effective operational planning and resource deployment and proactively work towards commercial awareness into the operational planning process.
  • Support internal and external capacity building which includes but not limited to the below: Proper implementation and development of emergency team for all emergency situations, First aid training, High risk training – work at heights, hot work and confined space entry, Business continuity exercises.
  • Organise and conduct audits, identify, evaluate and potential threats on EHS issues through ensuring risk assessment are undertaken for all tasks and activities performed.
  • Recommend actions to restore a situation to BAT standards and control their timely implementation, in order to reduce risks in these areas.
  • Additionally, undertake regular self-audits to monitor progress and plan improvements.
  • Be properly informed of all applicable national or international laws, regulations and codes of practice on EH&S and Security issues affecting the local company and determine and recommend the companies’ response to them.
  • Ensure that complete, accurate and fully referenced records are kept and maintained for EH&S related licenses, permits, inventories, measurements and data arising from day-to-day management of all EH&S and Security matters affecting the company, and to provide evidence of compliance or non-compliance to regulatory or company policy requirements.

QA Safety Coordinator

SAMOA AIRWAYS (SA)
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Assists the Manager Quality Assurance and Safety in development and implementation of the organizations’ SMS.
  • Ensure the development and implementation of appropriate occupational safety programs to prevent or correct unsafe environmental working conditions and reduce the frequency of work-related accidents and injuries with emphasis on aggressive prevention efforts for on-the-job accidents and injuries.
  • Manages, develops and coordinates change management, risk assessments and safety analysis.
  • Maintains the hazard identification and risk assessment processes and database.
  • Tracks, trends, and manages pertinent safety data using database software.
  • Reviews current practices, inspects maintenance facilities and makes safety.
  • Create, implement and maintain processes that maintain compliance with pertinent OSHA requirements and best practices.
  • Manages publication and safety promotion of periodic safety newsletters and briefings.
  • Maintains Emergency Response Plans (ERP) across the organization to include ERP documentation, implementation, and oversight.
  • Develop and conduct periodic emergency response drills and exercises.
  • Responsible for the development/revision of training program materials for safety, security and emergency response programs.
  • Provides general safety and SMS training to employees.
  • Monitor and report to top management on all company activities that may have an impact on safety.
  • Propose safety policies and procedures monitor its implementation and provide an independent review on its effectiveness.
  • Process and serve as gatekeeper for all safety reports.
  • Perform an annual safety performance evaluation.

Fagalii Aerodrome Standards Officer

POLYNESIAN AIRLINES (PAL)
06.2016 - 12.2019
  • As an executive member of the management team, contribute to the strategic management of Fagalii Airport.
  • Oversight of Fagalii airport operations to ensure safety, security and efficiency.
  • Provide strategic advice to the Chief Executive Officer on airport operations and ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Ensure Fagalii airport complies with ICAO standards and Civil Aviation Rules.
  • Chair the Airport Emergency Committee, Facilitation Committee and the Airport Security Committee and ensure regular meetings are held.
  • Establish and maintain Airport Emergency Plans for Fagalii Airport.
  • Act as main contact with other airlines on operational matters regarding Fagalii Airport.
  • Ensuring that Aerodrome maintenance programme, including preventative maintenance where appropriate, to maintain the aerodrome facilities in a condition that does not impair the safety, security, regularity or efficiency of aircraft operations in accordance with Rule 139.103.
  • Ensure that Aerodrome limitations are met in accordance with Rule 139.53.
  • Establish an Aerodrome inspection programme in accordance with Rule 139.117.
  • Establish an environmental management programme to minimise or eliminate any such wildlife hazard in accordance with Rule 139.71.
  • Ensure that accurate reporting, data and changes affecting aerodrome are reported regularly and in a timely manner in accordance with Rule 139.73.
  • Ensure preventative maintenance and checking of the aerodrome visual aids for navigation in accordance with Rule 139.105.
  • Ensure that an aerodrome emergency plan designed to minimize the possibility and extent of personal injury and property damage at, or in the vicinity of, their aerodrome in an emergency in accordance with Rule 139.57.
  • Engage and maintain professional relationships with local contractors or service providers to support airport standards.
  • Adhere and observe all financial management policies set out by the company.
  • Contribute to the broader perspective of Airport Environment.
  • Contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the company by using company’s internal systems, sharing information and data with relevant internal stakeholders.
  • Be familiar with Polynesian Limited confidentiality policy and always adhere to.

Information /IT Officer

Small Business Enterprises Centre (SBEC Samoa)
03.2006 - 06.2016
  • Manage and update information system of SBEC and its clients.
  • Provide, evaluate and maintain all information in an appropriate database on SBEC Samoa and its clients.
  • Responsible for Information Communication Technology (ICT) of SBEC.
  • Provide secretarial and administrative support to CEO in special projects i.e. Open Day, Special Workshops.
  • Provide support to the Manager Finance and Support Services (Acting in absence of the Manager).
  • Other duties as required.

Technical Librarian/Central Operation Supervisor

Polynesian Airlines (PAL)
12.2002 - 03.2006
  • Planning, coordinating and implementing of day to day running and administration of the library whilst continually fostering a safety conscious attitude, ensuring the services offered fit with current industry practices and meet the needs of the Airline’s daily operation.
  • Managing the acquisition and procurement of library reference material.
  • Liaising with relevant publishers, Foreign Regulatory sourcing of Library material.
  • Control of all incoming and outgoing documents through the library database.
  • Regular updating of company and other foreign publications such as navigational charts, company amendments etc.
  • Undertaking operational audits for the Airline and other foreign carriers under the Supervision of Quality Assurance Manager.
  • In-house publication of amendments of company manuals.
  • Overall supervision of Central Operation staff.
  • Other duties as required by Flight Operations Manager.

Library Assistant

National University of Samoa (NUSL)
06.1999 - 12.2002
  • Provide information to students and staff.
  • Update and follow up all inter loans for all academic staff using the online system.
  • Update supplier files.
  • Prepare monthly reconciliation of orders.
  • Provide technical support to Library staff in related areas.
  • Provide statistical report when required by Chief Librarian.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Development Studies

National University of Samoa
Samoa
01.2017

Bachelor of Commerce - Information Systems/Management-HRM & ER

University of the South Pacific
Suva, FIJI
01.2014

Skills

  • Security management
  • Risk assessment
  • Safety audits
  • Incident investigation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Emergency response
  • Team leadership
  • Training development

Affiliations

  • Samoa Outrigger Canoeing Association, Treasurer, 2006-2009
  • Pualele Outrigger Canoeing Club, Treasurer, 2006-2009

Certification

I, the undersigned, certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, this biodata correctly describes myself, my qualifications and my experience. I understand that any wilful misstatement described herein may lead to my disqualification or dismissal if employed.

References

  • Tagaloa Kirk Aolele Godinet, Manager QAS, Samoa Airways, +6857773727, agodinet@samoaairways.com
  • Ms. Sene Faiga Kepu, Manager Finance & Support Services, Samoa Business Hub, +6857574648, sene@samoabusinesshub.ws
  • Manua Dr. Cam Wendt, Samoa Consular General - Australia, Samoa Government, 0481974276, tuaopepe.wendt@mfat.gov.ws

Training

  • Air Cargo and Mail Security Course, Samoa, 2023
  • ICAO Annex 9 Facilitation Virtual Course, Online; Samoa, 2022
  • AVSEC Quality Control Programme, Auckland, NZ, 2020
  • Safety & Lead Auditors Course, Wellington, NZ, 2019
  • Emergency Response Plan Training, Samoa, 2019
  • Safety Management System (SMS) Training, Samoa, 2019
  • IATA Risk Management Course, Samoa, 2016
  • Ministry of Commerce China Bilateral Training- Business Development, China, 2015
  • Attend Copyright and Intellectual Properties workshops, Samoa, 2015/2016
  • Toolkit Business development in PIC training, Nadi, Fiji, 2008
  • Work Attachment, Pacific Islands Trade and Investment Commission (PITIC), Sydney, Australia, 2007
  • Training Attachment, University of the South Pacific Library, Suva, Fiji, 2001

Languages

Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 11/11/79
  • Nationality: Samoan

Signature - Date Of Signing

11/11/24

Timeline

Manager Security Operation

Samoa Airways
07.2021 - 11.2024

Environmental Health, Safety and Security Coordinator

British American Tobacco (BAT)
01.2021 - 07.2021

QA Safety Coordinator

SAMOA AIRWAYS (SA)
01.2020 - 01.2021

Fagalii Aerodrome Standards Officer

POLYNESIAN AIRLINES (PAL)
06.2016 - 12.2019

Information /IT Officer

Small Business Enterprises Centre (SBEC Samoa)
03.2006 - 06.2016

Technical Librarian/Central Operation Supervisor

Polynesian Airlines (PAL)
12.2002 - 03.2006

Library Assistant

National University of Samoa (NUSL)
06.1999 - 12.2002

Post Graduate Diploma - Development Studies

National University of Samoa

Bachelor of Commerce - Information Systems/Management-HRM & ER

University of the South Pacific

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