Department of Defence - Access Control Security Officer
Department of Defence – Access Control Security Officer, Western Australia. Full‐time, permanent position. Wilson Security is recruiting experienced Security / Access Control Officers to support Department of Defence Base Security Services across Western Australia.
Key Details
* Permanent full‐time employment
* 12‐hour rotating shifts (days and nights in a 24/7 environment)
* Allowances and penalty rates in line with the Security Award; potential earnings up to $90,000+ per annum (subject to classification, allowances, overtime, and hours worked)
* Dedicated training plan and on‐the‐job training to ensure competency
* Deployment across multiple Defence locations; location dependent on your home suburb
Key Responsibilities
* Physical access control and gatehouse operations
* Identification verification and personnel access management
* Monitoring CCTV and electronic access control systems
* Conducting internal and external security patrols
* Incident response and emergency management
* Contractor and delivery coordination
* Hazard identification and reporting
* Accurate incident and HSE reporting
* Professional engagement with Defence personnel, contractors, and visitors
Essential Requirements (Non‐Negotiable)
* Australian citizenship
* Current WA Security Licence
* Unrestricted WA driver's licence
* Current First Aid Certificate
* Availability for rotating 12‐hour shifts
Desirable Qualifications
* Current AGSVA Security Clearance (Baseline, NV1, or NV2)
* Security clearances from other Commonwealth agencies may be transferable
About You
* Professional, reliable, and adaptable
* Strong communication and customer service skills
* High standard of personal presentation and bearing
* Ability to work across varying environments and teams
* Strong attention to detail and reporting accuracy
* Sound judgement, problem‐solving, and escalation capability
Benefits
* Employer of choice within Defence security
* Access to a national Defence portfolio and specialist network
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Employee wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access
* Clear career pathways into senior, specialist, or site‐based roles
Veteran Encouragement
ADF veterans are highly encouraged to apply.
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