Security Manager - Hybrid

Challenger-Security; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts through brands

Progression pathways

Versatile engagements across locations

Job summary

Challenger Security is seeking a Security Manager to lead the day-to-day security operation of a school site on a hybrid schedule at Maroubra, NSW. This full-time permanent role focuses on management, compliance, training and frontline guarding duties.

You will oversee SOPs, rostering, incident management and reporting, while personally supervising the main access point during morning and afternoon periods, ensuring the safety of students, staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Security Licence (Class 1A) is required.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) or eligibility to obtain one.
• Experience supervising or managing security operations.
• Experience developing SOPs, post orders and documentation.
• Sound knowledge of WHS and NSW licencing requirements; firearms licences desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day security operation and act as the client contact.
• Lead rostering, training, compliance and performance of site security staff.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, post orders and emergency procedures.
• Oversee incident reporting, investigations and audits.
• Monitor licensing (WWCC) and WHS compliance.
• Staff the main access point during morning and afternoon periods.
• Supervise frontline guarding and maintain professional presence.

Skills

NSW Security Licence (Class 1A)

WWCC

Security supervision/management

SOPs & post orders

WHS knowledge

Class 1F licence

CAT H firearms licence desirable

Job description

Security Manager – Hybrid | School Site

Full-Time Permanent

$115k + Superannuation

Monday - Friday- 7am - 4pm (may vary with term dates and site operational requirements)

Location: Maroubra, NSW 2035

Lead the operation. Be on the ground. Protect the school community.

About Us

Challenger Security is an industry leader in the delivery of high-quality security services and solutions across Australia. We maintain long-standing partnerships with globally recognised brands and pride ourselves on delivering professional, reliable and tailored security solutions.

Our services span corporate and retail security, concierge services, mobile patrols, alarm response, event security, investigations, surveillance, consulting and training.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced, licenced security professional to manage the day-to-day security operation of a school site, combining security management, compliance, training and administration with frontline guarding duties.

You'll oversee SOPs, rostering, training, incident management, compliance and reporting, while personally managing the main access point during morning arrival and afternoon departure periods.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who can confidently move between security management and frontline operations, with a strong focus on the safety of students, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

Management & Administration

• Manage the day-to-day security operation and act as the key security contact for the client.
• Lead rostering, training, compliance and performance of the site security team.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, post orders and emergency response procedures.
• Manage incident reporting, investigations, compliance checks and operational reporting.
• Monitor licencing, WWCC and WHS requirements and support audits.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to site security.

Frontline Guarding

• Personally staff the main access point during morning arrival and afternoon departure periods.
• Manage pedestrian and vehicle access, visitor sign-in/out and identification checks.
• Conduct access, bag and vehicle checks in accordance with site procedures.
• Monitor CCTV and respond to access-control incidents and security breaches.
• Manage pick-up/drop-off traffic flow and maintain a visible, professional presence.
• Complete site lock-up and end-of-day security checks.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Current NSW Security Licence (Class 1A minimum)
• Current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC), or eligibility and willingness to obtain one.
• Demonstrated experience in security supervision or management.
• Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, post orders and operational documentation.
• Sound knowledge of WHS and NSW security licencing requirements.
• Class 1F licence and CAT H firearms licence desirable.

Other Role Requirements

• Ability to perform the inherent requirements of the role, including standing, walking and maintaining situational awareness for extended periods during frontline guarding periods and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Professional presentation and conduct consistent with CSG uniform, grooming and workplace standards.
• Flexibility to work guarding periods aligned with school term dates, events and operational requirements.
• Reasonable workplace adjustments will be considered to enable candidates to perform the inherent requirements of the role.

Why Choose Us

• Competitive Salary and Benefits Package: This includes access to discounts through numerous well-known brands and products.
• Meaningful Impact: Have a job with meaning—our people are the backbone of communities, schools, government, the tech sector, and high-end retail.
• Distinguished Team: Collaborate with industry experts who are deeply devoted to our company culture and are part of an integrated team.
• Skills Amplification: Embrace tailored training opportunities that amplify your professional growth.
• Tech Empowerment: Harness cutting-edge technology to streamline tasks and reduce paper clutter.
• Versatile Engagements: Enjoy diverse projects and multiple locations, nurturing a broad skill set without monotony.
• Progression Pathways: Ascend the ladder of success with recognition of talent and our commitment to internal promotions.

Challenger Security is an equal opportunity employer, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

(NSW Master Licence: 410 392 764)