About The Team

The Security business unit's key objective is to protect the University's physical assets and ensure the safety and wellbeing of its people while delivering a positive campus experience. The Security team plays a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment across the University by managing risks, supporting emergency response, promoting safety awareness, and fostering strong relationships with the University community and external stakeholders-all while ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.

Your New Role!

Reporting to the Security Supervisor, the Security and Traffic Officer is responsible for the effective interpretation and efficient application of the University's Parking and Traffic By-Laws within Murdoch's land boundaries. You will be a key member of the Security Services and Incident Response teams, which require participation in tasks such as general security, responding to emergencies, system administration and logistics.

This position is currently located at the Murdoch campus; however, the incumbent may be required to undertake security service duties at any of the University's campuses. Working Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00; the Officer may also be required to work public holidays and/or other hours as required.

Your key responsibilities will include -

• Enforce University By-Laws and traffic regulations across campus
• Secure University infrastructure using mechanical and electronic systems
• Respond to incidents and emergencies as required
• Report security and traffic matters to the Security Services Manager
• Maintain strong working relationships with staff, stakeholders, and the University community
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $63,000 - $70,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you'll bring to the role:

• Certificate II Security Operations.
• Recent relevant experience and/or exposure to security and parking services; or an equivalent combination of recent relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Ability to work well within a team environment and adapt to change.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal with situations firmly, courteously and tactfully.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and problem solve, with limited supervision.
• Excellent written and oral communication, ensuring any misinterpretation is limited.
• Satisfactory completion of a fitness assessment and maintenance of an appropriate level of fitness for the physical standards required for this position.
• Current "C" Class WA Driver's License.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Kay Rockley, Manager Security Services. and quote JR103272 as the reference.

Applications Close on 17/08/2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.