Job Impact
We are seeking an experienced NV2‑cleared Security Lead to perform a high profile role in safeguarding a major Telecommunications Data Centre in Canberra. This is a critical front line supervisory role where professionalism, vigilance and integrity are essential.
About the role
The security team in this location plays an important role in ensuring that our client’s data integrity is always maintained. As Security Lead you will ensure the guarding team, and yourself, act as the first point of contact for visitors and contractors, setting the tone and delivering a qualified and welcoming experience while upholding strict security protocols.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead on‑shift operations, providing direction, briefings, and oversight to ensure consistent standards, professionalism, and team performance.
* Act as the site escalation point, managing incidents, compliance issues, and liaising with the client and internal leadership as required.
* Ensure operational continuity, overseeing staffing coverage, shift handovers, and the quality of reporting and documentation.
* Proactively manage team welfare and performance consistency across the shift.
* Provide training, education and upskilling the team to exceed performance.
* Provide exemplary customer service, with some administrative tasks.
* Ensure adherence to all site security procedures, policies and access control requirements to meet audit requirements.
* Identify and prevent prohibited items from being introduced to or removed from secure areas.
* Raise, update and manage access requests using client security systems and software.
* Respond to, escalating and documenting incidents with clear, accurate written reports and daily activity logs.
* Maintain a strong safety‑first mindset and lead by example in compliance and professionalism.
About You
* Mandatory Australian citizenship due to government clearance requirements.
* Current NV‑2 Clearance.
* Must have Security Licence, Classification 1A (Unarmed Leading) & 1E (Monitoring Centre Operator).
* Valid First Aid Certificate (3 years validity) with current CPR Certificate (1 year validity).
* Ability to clear an Australian Police Check.
* Previous supervisory, leadership or mentoring experience of a high performing team.
* Lead by example – support a safety and compliance culture.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills.
* Conflict resolution and negotiation skills required.
* Strong multi‑tasking abilities.
* Intermediate PC skills (MS Suite).
* Report writing and site patrol duties.
* Excellent observational skills.
* Experience communicating via two‑way radio.
Job Details
Location: Canberra, ACT
Contract: Permanent, full time
Pay Rate: SSIA Level5
Shift Pattern: Ability to work rotating day and night shifts of 12hours
Benefits
$8,000 Sign‑on Bonus available for full‑time permanent employees payable in two instalments upon completion of 6‑month probation and 12 months tenure.
Work within Australia’s most secure and sensitive environments.
Access to ongoing training, career pathways and professional development.
Employee benefits such as retail discounts, annual awards, regular employee engagement survey and a Reward & Recognition Framework.
Diversity Statement
WithinCertis Australia, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We offer an inclusive culture where you can be your authentic self, contribute your unique perspective and grow with equal opportunities for advancement. Our commitment to a Safer, Smarter and Better workplace ensures every employee is supported, respected and empowered. We actively encourage First Nations and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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