Data Centre Security Officer – Patrols, Access Control

Securitas Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provided uniforms

Onsite training

Career progression

Job summary

Securitas Australia is seeking Security Officers for on-site roles in ACT, including Mitchell and CBD in Canberra. The positions feature a rotating 4 on 4 off day/night shift pattern, with responsibilities spanning patrols, access control, and incident response.

You will screen visitors, monitor alarms, and document handovers while upholding safety standards. Ideal candidates hold AGSVA NV1 clearance, Australian citizenship, and a valid Security License (Class 1A).

Qualifications

• AGSVA NV1 clearance is required.
• Australian citizenship with full working rights in ACT.
• Valid Security License (Class 1A or equivalent) is essential.
• Experience using IT systems for security access and control.
• Excellent communication and observational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security patrols of facilities to prevent unauthorised access and suspicious activity (physical, video, and buddy patrols).
• Screen personnel entering/exiting restricted areas.
• Monitor alarms and security systems, respond to duress alarms and incidents.
• Act as first responder to incidents and manage emergency procedures.
• Manage keys/cards, access control, and visitor systems.
• Identify prohibited items and prevent entry or removal into restricted areas.
• Provide shift reports and handover notes to supervisors.
• Perform on-foot and CCTV patrols and report hazards.

Skills

Security awareness

Patrol operations

Customer service

IT security systems

Education

Security license (Class 1A)

Tools

Access control systems

MS Office

Job description

Securitas Australia is seeking Security Officers for on-site roles in ACT, including Mitchell and CBD in Canberra. The positions feature a rotating 4 on 4 off day/night shift pattern, with responsibilities spanning patrols, access control, and incident response.

You will screen visitors, monitor alarms, and document handovers while upholding safety standards. Ideal candidates hold AGSVA NV1 clearance, Australian citizenship, and a valid Security License (Class 1A).