Manager, Security Services

State Government of Victoria, Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Government of Victoria is seeking a Manager Security Services to lead the delivery and oversight of contracted security services safeguarding Homes Victoria clients, staff, buildings and assets in Melbourne's CBD and inner metro areas.

You will manage security contractor performance, design safety frameworks, and coordinate recruitment, training and scheduling of security guards to meet operational demand while applying risk-based area security plans across departmental assets.

Qualifications

• Keep accurate records of work activities in line with legislation and department policies.
• Maintain health and safety by complying with OHS policies and procedures.
• Design and enforce security policies and protocols aligned with industry best practice and safety frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Keep accurate records of work activities as required by legislation and department policies.
• Ensure health and safety for self and others in the workplace under OHS rules.
• Design and enforce security policies and procedures to protect clients, people, property, and assets.

Job description

Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/763745

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

If you're having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

THE ROLE

The Manager Security Services is responsible for leading the delivery of contracted security services to ensure the safety of Homes Victorias clients, people, property, and assets. The role is responsible for the management of the department's security service contractor against defined performance and budget parameters, the design and enforcement of safety and security frameworks to ensure safety standards across departmental assets and the ongoing management of contractors to ensure the appropriate recruitment, training, supervision, and scheduling of security guards to meet operational demand and performance standards.

The role will work collaboratively with contractors, renters, local area offices, internal stakeholders, and the broader Victorian Government in developing initiatives that deliver holistic outcomes and service standards to the communities to enhance renter experiences, ensure safety, deliver efficiencies, and ensures value for money. The Manager Security Services will also be responsible for the development, implementation and management of area-based security plans, including risk management plans as they relate to operational security delivery.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records, information security and privacy policies and requirements.
• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies and procedures.
• Design and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols that align with industry best practice, legislative requirements and the broader department safety framework to protect the departments clients, people, property, and assets.

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Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

Applications close Sunday 11 October 2026 at 11.59pm