Veteran Employment Opportunity - Defence Security Officer

MSS Security; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Referral bonus

Career development opportunities

Training and development provided

Job summary

MSS Security seeks a Defence Security Officer to protect Defence personnel, assets and infrastructure at ACT bases. You will work within a high-performing team on rostered shifts, with opportunities for training and progression in Defence security.

The role offers ongoing development, uniform provision, and support for obtaining necessary licences and clearances. Join MSS Security to contribute to a secure defence environment in Canberra.

Qualifications

• Valid ACT Security Licence or willingness to obtain.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Availability to work a 24/7 rotating roster.
• Hold the required security clearance or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Site security and patrolling across Defence sites in ACT.
• Monitor access points and conduct regular foot patrols.
• Engage with Defence personnel, contractors and visitors.
• Respond to alarms, emergencies and security incidents.
• Document incidents and shift activities accurately.

Skills

Security operations

Defence environment

Foot patrols

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Certificate II in Security Operations

Job description

Veteran Employment Opportunity - Defence Security Officer

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.

No current Security Licence or Defence clearance? That's okay - we'll help you get started.

• Security Licence: Our Scholarship Program supports you to complete your Certificate II in Security Operations and obtain your licence.
• Defence Clearance: MSS Security will fund your required Defence security clearance, subject to eligibility - Return of service applies.

Are you a current or former ADF member, or part of an ADF family?
MSS Security is looking for Security Officers to join our high-performing team at Defence bases. Put your skills to work protecting Defence personnel, assets and infrastructure. Your next role could be with us!

What we offer:

• Rostered, ongoing work across Defence sites in the ACT with supportive leadership and a high-performing team
• Career development and progression opportunities within the Defence security environment
• Training and development provided, including onsite training and state-of-the-art online learning modules
• Uniform provided along with a range of employee benefits
• Referral bonus - refer your mates and earn a reward when they join our team
• Site Security & Patrols - Monitoring access points, conducting regular foot patrols and maintaining a strong security presence to protect personnel, assets and infrastructure.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Liaising professionally with Defence personnel, contractors and visitors while supporting a safe and secure environment.
• Incident Response & Emergency Management - Responding promptly and appropriately to alarms, emergencies, suspicious activity and security incidents.
• Compliance & Reporting - Following Defence security procedures and site protocols while accurately documenting incidents, shift activities and observations.

Requirements:

• Valid ACT Security Licence or be willing to obtain
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain
• Valid driver's licence
• Availability to work a 24/7 rotating roster
• Hold the required security clearance or be willing to obtain one

Master Licence: 17501687

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.