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Vacancy Details
Position Title: Senior Security Officer
Level and Salary: Level 3 ($89,464 - $96,043) per annum + 12% Superannuation
Department: Parliamentary Services
Section: Security
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Role Overview
As a Senior Security Officer, you will play a key leadership role in maintaining a safe, secure and professional environment within the Parliamentary precinct.
The position supports the delivery of security services and provides operational leadership to Security Officers while ensuring the ongoing safety of Members of Parliament, staff, visitors and parliamentary assets.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinating and supporting daily security operations
Assisting with incident management, reporting and communication
Providing mentoring, guidance and on-the-job supervision to Security Officers
Maintaining the integrity of secure areas within the Parliamentary environment
Assisting with workforce planning, resource allocation and roster coordination
Supporting reception functions including visitor management and pass allocation
Monitoring access and egress to Parliament House
Operating and monitoring CCTV, access control and alarm systems
Conducting regular patrols of Parliament House, the Parliamentary precinct and surrounding areas
Responding to security incidents, emergencies, demonstrations and public disturbances
Undertaking Fire Warden and First Aid responsibilities when required
About You
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Excellent customer service skills and professional presentation
High levels of integrity, discretion and sound judgement
Robust interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills




The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
A genuine commitment to public service and workplace safety
Selection Criteria
Essential
Minimum of three (3) years' security experience in the public or private sector.
Two to three (2-3) years demonstrated leadership experience.
Knowledge of security services encompassing security technology, security practices and procedures.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Well-developed public relations skills with the ability to effectively deal with people at all levels and from diverse backgrounds.
Reliability, dependability and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Physical fitness for operational duties.
Must possess a current National Police Clearance (less than 12 months old).
Desirable
Certificate III in Security Operations
Current Senior First Aid certificate
Policing or military background
Experience as a Fire Warden
Experience in monitoring and controlling CCTV
What We Offer
Four weeks annual leave
Free on-site parking
Provision of a uniform
Employee Assistance Program (including immediate family members)
Health and wellbeing initiatives
Study assistance opportunities
Access to a gymnasium
Subsidised staff cafeteria
Equal Opportunity Employment
The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that reflects our communities, and to making Parliament an inclusive and supportive workplace, free of discrimination.
We encourage all suitable people of any age, gender, family status or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including First Nations people, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with any form of disability.
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📌 Senior Security Officer (Perth)
🏢 Parliament of Western Australia
📍 Perth