
Security Officer - Townsville
MSS Security
Posted 3 days ago
About the Company
As one of Australia's leading security companies, 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. To find out more visit our website at www.msssecurity.com.au
Culture
Our employees enjoy working with MSS because we:
- Have a high people and culture focus;
- Offer extensive development and progression opportunities;
- Provide stability and certainty in a role;
- Work collaboratively together and are high achievement focused;
- And because we know how to have fun whilst getting the job done.
MSS Security is looking for reliable and customer-focused security officers to join our team in the Townsville area. In this role, you'll help maintain a strong security presence while providing great service to both clients and colleagues. We work with multiple clients, so flexibility is key you'll need to be available across a rotating 24/7 roster.
We have multiple roles across mining sites and corporate facilities where your duties would include but not limited to:
- Manage site access and credentials - Check identification, issue access cards using the Gallagher system, and oversee key handovers for secure areas.
- Monitor and operate security systems - Work from the control room to monitor CCTV, alarms, and other systems to maintain site security.
- Perform physical security tasks - Carry out static guarding, mobile patrols, lock/unlock buildings, and provide crowd control when required.
- Support operations and events - Assist with local council enforcement, support events, and adapt to additional security needs as directed.
- Provide professional customer service - Handle inquiries, requests, and concerns from customers, stakeholders, and visitors in a courteous and timely manner.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment - Proactively identify and respond to risks, maintaining a safe environment for staff, visitors, and the public.
Essential Criteria:
- A current QLD Security Licence (Unarmed, Monitoring, and Crowd Control)
- Certificate II (or higher) in Security Operations
- Valid First Aid and CPR certifications
- A valid Open QLD Driver's Licence
- Confident using Microsoft Office at an intermediate level
Master License number 41299
How to apply
MSS Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions of each person and encourage and celebrate diversity. We are proud to be certified by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a partner and supporter of Veterans employment and honoured to have an endorsed REFLECT Reconciliation Action Plan.
Click APPLY to complete your application and you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your cover letter and CV.
To give yourself the best opportunity to progress your application, please outline in your cover letter how your skills and experience meet the role requirements.
Thanks for taking the time to consider MSS as a future employer and we look forward to hearing from you.
About MSS Security
MSS Security provides a full range of security services across all market segments in every state and territory. Our security officers provide a visible security presence, using a broad range of skills, from general guarding to highly specialised security roles.
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