Manager Security Assets

Qantas; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Flexible leave

Rewards program

Wellbeing app

Job summary

Qantas is seeking an experienced Manager Security Assets to lead the management, optimisation and development of the Group's physical security infrastructure. You will oversee access control, CCTV, intrusion systems and renewal programs across a broad asset portfolio, ensuring continuity and compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes leveraging technology and data analytics to improve asset performance and inform investment decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience leading physical security infrastructure programs.
• Ability to leverage data insights to drive asset performance improvements.
• Knowledge of access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, alarm monitoring and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management, optimisation and continuous improvement of the national physical security infrastructure portfolio across 100+ locations.
• Oversee end-to-end lifecycle of security assets including maintenance, renewal and replacement programs.
• Collaborate with Security, Property Development, IT and Operations to ensure assets meet operational and regulatory needs.

Skills

Asset management

Data analytics

Security systems

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia's largest regional, domestic, and international airline. Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group's main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands - Qantas and Jetstar - operating regional, domestic, and international services.

Job Description

• Lead the management, optimisation and continuous improvement of Qantas' national physical security infrastructure portfolio comprising more than 7,000 assets across 100+ locations.
• Leverage technology, and data-driven insights to enhance asset management performance and reporting
• Partner with Group stakeholders, suppliers and project teams to deliver fit-for-purpose physical security infrastructure and solutions that support operational requirements, regulatory compliance and business needs.

At Qantas, safety and security are at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking an experienced Manager Security Assets to lead the management, optimisation and future development of physical security infrastructure across the Qantas Group. Responsible for a diverse portfolio, you will oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of physical security infrastructure including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, alarm monitoring and emerging smart security solutions. You will lead asset maintenance optimisation initiatives, renewal programs and continuous improvement activities to maximise asset performance, reliability, compliance and long-term value across the portfolio.

A key focus of the role is leveraging technology, and data-driven insights to improve asset performance and oversight, inform investment decisions and optimise the planning, maintenance, renewal and replacement of physical security infrastructure throughout its lifecycle. Working closely with the broader Security team, Property Development, IT and Operations teams, you will ensure security assets remain fit for purpose and aligned to operational and business requirements. Acting as the Security lead for infrastructure and property projects, you will provide specialist advice on asset requirements, minimum security installation standards and implementation, ensuring successful project delivery and long-term asset sustainability. Through strong project management and stakeholder engagement, you will drive asset improvement initiatives and ensure security infrastructure continues to support the evolving needs of the Qantas Group.

You'll Have

• Proven ability to leverage technology, and data analytics to optimise asset performance, maintenance strategies, lifecycle planning and investment decision-making, delivering measurable operational and business outcomes.
• Proven ability to manage supplier performance, service delivery, maintenance contracts, budgets, governance and reporting, while ensuring security infrastructure remains compliant, reliable and fit for purpose.
• Knowledge of physical security systems, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, alarm monitoring and related technologies.
• Strong project management experience delivering infrastructure, asset renewal and security-related projects, including new installations, upgrades, relocations and asset replacement programs.
• Understanding of security, compliance and risk management frameworks, ideally within aviation, transport or critical infrastructure or similarly regulated industries.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to develop practical, fit-for-purpose security infrastructure solutions and work effectively across multiple stakeholders within complex and regulated environments.

Why Qantas?

You'll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you'll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us - so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You'll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we've got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees.
• We'll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
• We'll support your wellbeing: Whether it's learning to better support your own and others' mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

Applications close 9th October 2026

Please note: applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.