Security Site Lead

MSS Security Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

MSS Security Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a Security Site Lead to oversee daily security services at a Data Centre, with a Positive Vetting clearance.

Lead up to 15 officers, manage incidents, client relationships, and ensure site procedures and licences are up to date. A competitive annual allowance of up to $20,000 is offered to those who hold or obtain the clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a security team or in a supervisory role.
• Data centre experience is highly regarded.
• Must be an Australian Citizen and hold a Victorian Security Licence (Master Licence 409-987-30S).
• Willing to obtain Positive Vetting clearance (sponsorship available).
• Background information checks may be requested (referees, past addresses, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and mentor a team of up to 15 security officers.
• Oversee daily security operations and uphold site procedures.
• Conduct site inspections and toolbox briefings to maintain licences and training.
• Respond to and manage security incidents and emergencies with proper escalation.
• Manage shift drops and site coverage to ensure operational continuity.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and respond to service requests.

Skills

Team leadership

Security operations

Site compliance

Incident management

Operational coverage

Client relationship management

Positive Vetting clearance

Job description

About the Company

As one of Australia’s leading security companies, MSS Security is built on teamwork, respect, and integrity. We provide long‑term career paths, stability, and a workplace where your professionalism and dedication are genuinely valued. To find out more visit our website at www.msssecurity.com.au.

About the role

MSS Security is seeking a Security Site Lead to oversee the daily operations of security services at a Data Centre located in Melbourne. This position requires a Positive Vetting clearance. A competitive allowance of up to $20,000 per year will be provided to successful applicants who hold or obtain the clearance.

Duties

• Team leadership: Lead, support and mentor a team of up to 15 security officers, managing performance, attendance and presentation.
• Security operations: Oversee daily security operations, ensuring site procedures and client requirements are upheld.
• Site compliance: Conduct site inspections and toolbox briefings to ensure security officers maintain required licences and training.
• Incident management: Respond to and manage security incidents and emergencies, ensuring appropriate escalation and documentation.
• Operational coverage: Manage shift drops and site coverage.
• Client relationship management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, responding promptly to service requests.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a security team leader, supervisory or managerial role.
• Prior data centre experience is highly regarded.
• Must be an Australian Citizen.
• Hold or willing to obtain a Positive Vetting clearance (sponsorship available).
• Must be able to supply background information including (but not limited to) referees, past addresses, overseas travel, education etc.
• Valid Victorian Security Licence.
• Master Licence Number: 409-987-30S

MSS Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions of each person.

We encourage and celebrate diversity.

We are proud to: be certified by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, be a partner and supporter of Veterans employment and honoured to have an endorsed INNOVATE Reconciliation Action Plan.

Thanks for taking the time to consider MSS as a future employer and we look forward to hearing from you.

As one of Australia’s leading security companies including, with a national footprint across Australia, MSS Security has unrivalled experience in delivering the highest quality of service & protecting some of the nation’s highest profile sites. MSS Strategic Medical and Rescue, a specialist division with MSS Security, has unrivalled experience in delivering emergency, response, rescue, health and paramedical services throughout Australia to some of the nation’s highest profile mining and resources companies.