Job Type: Casual
Location: VIC
Job Category: Security & Protective Services
About The Business
Securitas is the leading global security company with operations in 58 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Asia, The Pacific and Africa. With more than 2000 branch offices and over 370 000 employees, we make a difference every day, all year round. Our values are Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.
Job Description
About the Role
We are excited to partner with a government agency that provides unique, actionable, and insightful intelligence to combat the threats Australia faces from transnational serious and organised crime. Their work supports national security outcomes and requires the highest standards of security, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Positions available
* Casual – Security Officer – Possible Shift Timings: 7 AM – 4 PM
Desired Skills And Experience
The Security Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
* Conduct various security patrols of facility to prevent unauthorised access or suspicious activity including physical patrols, video patrols, nightly full site video patrols and buddy patrols.
* Conduct security screening of all personnel entering and exiting a restricted area.
* Monitor facility alarms and security system Class 5 alarms, security portal resets, duress alarms, investigating and responding to alarms.
* First responders to incidents and emergency management including first aid.
* Management of keys/cards, access control system and visitor management systems.
* Identify prohibited items and prevent them from being introduced to or removed from a restricted area.
* Provide complete and accurate shift reports and task handover to customer service & security supervisor.
* Physical (on foot) and virtual (on CCTV) patrols of assigned areas and report hazards and incidents.
Why Join Us?
Career Growth
We believe in your potential! We offer a range of career opportunities and support your professional development. Our internal expression of interest program regularly provides opportunities for roles such as Security Team Managers, Cluster Security Managers, Admin Officers, Training Specialists, Field Training Officers.
World‐Class Training
Securitas is training 10,000 officers to become Certified Data Centre Security professionals. We are committed to investing in our team to ensure they have the skills to safeguard data centres with efficiency and expertise.
Exclusive Benefits
* Exciting career progression opportunities.
* Certified Data Centre Security professional training.
* Access to the Securitas Rewards Program with discounts at over 400 retailers.
What We're Looking For
* Must have AGSVA NV1 clearance.
* Experience using IT systems for security access and control.
* Must be an Australian Citizen with full working rights in the respective state.
* Hold a valid Security License (Class 1A or equivalent).
* Excellent communication and observational skills.
* Strong customer service experience with multi‐tasking abilities.
* Conflict resolution, negotiation skills, and intermediate PC skills (MS Suite).
* Exceptional customer service standards, greeting visitors and assisting as needed.
* Compliance with company policies and procedures.
* Experience in report writing, site patrol duties, and communication via two‐way radio.
* Must be punctual, responsible, and lead by example, supporting a safety and compliance culture.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Securitas, we embrace diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you meet the above criteria and are excited to join our team, we invite you to submit your application along with your updated resume. Click the apply button to become a part of our mission and help make the world a safer place!
VIC 691-257-70 S
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