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Security Observer

Whizdom
Canberra, ACT
A$110-$150 p/h
Construction → Health, Safety & Environment
Contract
On-site

Posted 3 days ago


About the Company

Our client promotes and protects Australia’s international interests to support our security and prosperity.

About the role

You will provide oversight and observe construction workers and others on site, always being alert and able to identify suspicious behaviour and understand the security requirements to enable a successful project.

Role Responsibilities

  • Observation of personnel in designated areas of a worksite.
  • Ensure adherence with the Construction Security Plan (CSP) or equivalent document, which identifies security control measures to be implemented for the project.
  • Inspect and audit material brought to site, including reporting and containing of suspicious material.
  • Manage and operate technical equipment on site.

Qualifications, and Licencing

  • Possess relevant WHS and construction experience in site safety and risk management in an overseas environment.
  • White Card
  • Working at heights and Confined Spaces
  • First Aid
  • Asbestos awareness
  • Prevent Crystalline Silica exposure

The successful candidate will be physically capable to stand for long periods of time and lift equipment up to 30kg and can operate basic hand and power tools.

What is on offer

  • The contract period is 12 months, with possible extension options.
  • Being a part of a dynamic team
  • Competitive remuneration package

Security Requirements:

To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current NV2 Security Clearance.

How to Apply

Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB, Thursday 11th September 2025.

Please call Kandice Halls on 0480 002 461 for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks

Why partner with Whizdom?

We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:

  • We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
  • We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
  • We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Our team of talented people are passionate about your experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on your long-term career goals. We even give you a best in industry merch pack! Even if this role isn’t the exact fit for you, we would love a chat, contact us to find out more!


About Whizdom

Perth, WA, Australia

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