Site Security Observers

Vertical Scope Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unique opportunity for government projects

Experience in secure site operations

Exposure to domestic and international projects

Job summary

Vertical Scope Group is seeking a Site Security Observer in Canberra to support construction security activities for a major Australian Government client. This role involves monitoring security compliance on-site and working as part of a multi-person operational team.

The ideal candidate will have a background in security or construction and must possess several key certifications, including a White Card. Join a professional team dedicated to ensuring security in sensitive construction environments.

Qualifications

• Experience working as part of a dynamic, multi-person operational team.
• The physical capability to navigate active worksites and lift equipment up to 30 kg.
• Willingness to travel for domestic and potential overseas assignments.

Responsibilities

• Observing personnel movements within construction zones.
• Monitoring construction activities for compliance with security standards.
• Inspecting materials and equipment brought onto site.

Skills

Experience in security

Strong observation skills

Situational awareness

Reporting capability

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of Work Health and Safety principles

Education

Construction Induction Training — White Card

Working Safely at Heights

Working in Confined Spaces

Tools

CCTV

Alarms

Access control systems

Job description

Location: Canberra, ACT, with potential domestic and international deployment

Industry: Defence, National Security & Secure Construction

Support secure construction activities for a major Australian Government client.

Work on sensitive construction security projects in controlled environments.

Join a disciplined, site-based operational team supporting secure-by-design project delivery.

About the Role

Vertical Scope Group is seeking Site Security Observers to support our client’s construction security activities across domestic and potential international project sites.

This role is focused on site-based security observation, monitoring and assurance across active construction environments. You will work as part of a multi-person operational team, supporting the application of approved construction security controls and helping ensure that personnel, materials, tools, equipment and site activities remain compliant with required security standards.

This is an on-site role suited to individuals with experience in security, construction, controlled environments, or operational site-based roles who can demonstrate strong discipline, situational awareness, judgement and reporting capability.

About you

You will bring:

• Experience in security, construction, site operations, or controlled environments
• Experience working as part of a dynamic, multi-person operational team
• Strong observation, recording and reporting skills
• The ability to work for extended periods with minimal supervision
• Sound judgement, professional discipline and strong situational awareness
• Familiarity with Work Health and Safety principles and active construction site risk management
• The physical capability to stand for extended periods, move across active worksites, navigate uneven ground, climb stairs or ladders, and lift equipment up to 30 kg
• The ability to build effective working relationships with client personnel, project teams and other stakeholders
• The ability to operate or learn to operate CCTV, alarms, access control and other site-based security systems
• Willingness to work in a range of weather conditions and active construction environments
• Willingness to travel for domestic and potential overseas assignments, where required

Required licences and certifications

Prior to commencement, successful candidates will need to provide evidence of, or be willing to obtain:

• Construction Induction Training — White Card
• Working Safely at Heights
• Working in Confined Spaces

Additional client-specific security, construction security and mandatory training will be required prior to deployment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Site Security Observer, you will be responsible for:

• Observing personnel movements and activities within designated construction zones and controlled areas
• Monitoring construction activities for compliance with approved construction security documentation and controls
• Inspecting and auditing materials, tools and equipment brought onto site
• Identifying, reporting and helping contain suspicious, unauthorised or non-compliant materials or activity
• Supporting the operation of site-based technical security systems, including CCTV, alarms and access control mechanisms where required
• Applying a risk-based and situational approach to identifying and escalating security concerns
• Completing accurate security logs, records and reports to support assurance, auditability and continuous improvement
• Operating within an established chain of command and escalating issues promptly and appropriately
• Supporting a secure, compliant and professional site environment throughout the construction lifecycle

What’s on Offer

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to nationally significant secure construction projects in Australia and overseas.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Work on sensitive, security-focused construction programs
• Build experience in secure site operations and construction security assurance
• Join a professional, disciplined and mission-focused operational team
• Support a major Australian Government client through Vertical Scope Group
• Gain exposure to domestic and potential international project environments
• Develop skills across physical security, site assurance, reporting, risk identification and operational coordination

How to Apply

If you have experience in security, construction, controlled site operations or a related field, and are ready to contribute to important secure construction projects, we will welcome your application.

Submit your CV or reach out to Vertical Scope Group for a confidential discussion.