Leonardo Australia is the Australian subsidiary of Leonardo International, we are proudly based in Australia supporting the local communities acting as Prime Systems Integrator and partner of both defence and civilian contractors. We offer our broad global portfolio of products, services and solutions and transfer our technologies and know-how to Australia to enrich, empower and build local skills.

Since 1885 we have been supplying cutting edge technology solutions to Australia. Today, Leonardo is a key player within Australian Defence Industry with a significant in-country base of installed equipment across Australia.

Leonardo has an established presence in Australia, with its head office in Port Melbourne (VIC), supported by facilities in Essendon Fields (VIC) and Rockingham (WA), as well as a sales office in Canberra (ACT). Our operations support a wide range of Aerospace, Defence and Security programs, with helicopter services delivered from the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Facility in Port Melbourne and Hangar in Essendon Fields.

Our Australian team delivers local expertise backed by the global capabilities of the Leonardo Group.

Why Join Leonardo?

- Work with a global leader in aerospace, defence and security.
- Be part of a highly skilled and collaborative team.
- Contribute to advanced technology and defence capability projects.
- Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Join a company committed to innovation, sustainability and diversity.
- Convenient free on-site parking.
- Great work life balance.
- Access to the company EAP services.

The Role





We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Security & Facilities Officer to step into a dual-focus role that is critical to our operational integrity. Reporting directly to the Managing Director—with a dotted line to the Board on security matters—you will oversee both Defence Security compliance and physical site facilities across our Australian locations (including Port Melbourne, Essendon Fields, Canberra, and WA).

This is a dynamic, high-visibility role where you will act as the key conduit between external agencies, corporate headquarters, and internal operational teams to ensure our spaces remain safe, compliant, and fully operational.

Key Responsibilities

Defence & Physical Security

- Compliance & Frameworks: Maintain 100% compliance with DISP requirements and Australian Government PSPF standards.
- Vetting & Registers: Act as the representative Security Officer, ISSO, and Cryptographic Custodian, managing AGSVA security clearance registers (Baseline to PV).
- Risk & Reporting: Own, construct, and present regular facility and security reporting packs to executive stakeholders and the Board.
- Trade Compliance: Partner with our Trade Compliance Specialist to manage Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) in line with international regulations.

Facilities & Site Coordination

- Contractor Management: Oversee external vendors (HVAC, electrical, cleaning) ensuring they are fully vetted, safe,



and inducted.
- Asset Maintenance: Coordinate regular servicing, repair, and logging of embedded plant and equipment.
- Landlord Interface: Manage maintenance logs, lease schedules, and property development support.
- Site Safety: Lead site evacuations, safety drills, toolbox talks, and manage card access systems.

What We Are Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will bring a balanced mix of technical security expertise and hands-on facility management experience.

Qualifications & Clearances

- Security Clearance: Must currently hold, or be eligible to hold, an AGSVA Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) clearance.
- Education: A relevant Security Management/Business Diploma or Bachelor-level qualification.
- Background: Clear National Police History Check, or ability to obtain.

Experience & Skills

- 3–5+ years of experience in a similar multi-site facility or security role, preferably within a manufacturing or defence environment.
- Detailed understanding of the Information Security Manual (ISM), DSPF, and PSPF.
- Prior experience as an Authorised Defence Security Officer for a DISP organisation is highly regarded.
- Strong experience managing technical contractors (HVAC, electrical, etc.).
- Superb stakeholder management skills—you are personable, clear in your communication, and can work under pressure to tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite; familiarity with SAP order systems is a plus.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a long-term career with an organisation that actively rewards success and supports your career development.

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