Location:
Canberra, ACT, with potential domestic and international deployment
Industry:
Defence, National Security & Secure Construction
Support secure construction activities for a major Australian Government client.
Work on sensitive construction security projects in controlled environments.
Join a disciplined, site-based operational team supporting secure-by-design project delivery.
About the Role
Vertical Scope Group is seeking
Site Security Observers
to support our client's construction security activities across domestic and potential international project sites.
This role is focused on site-based security observation, monitoring and assurance across active construction environments. You will work as part of a multi-person operational team, supporting the application of approved construction security controls and helping ensure that personnel, materials, tools, equipment and site activities remain compliant with required security standards.
This is an on-site role suited to individuals with experience in security, construction, controlled environments, or operational site-based roles who can demonstrate solid discipline, situational awareness, judgement and reporting capability.
About you
You will bring:
Experience in security, construction, site operations, or controlled environments
Experience working as part of a dynamic, multi-person operational team
Strong observation, recording and reporting skills
The ability to work for extended periods with minimal supervision
Sound judgement, professional discipline and strong situational awareness
Familiarity with Work Health and Safety principles and active construction site risk management




The physical capability to stand for extended periods, move across active worksites, navigate uneven ground, climb stairs or ladders, and lift equipment up to 30 kg
The ability to build effective working relationships with client personnel, project teams and other stakeholders
The ability to operate or learn to operate CCTV, alarms, access control and other site-based security systems
Willingness to work in a range of weather conditions and active construction environments
Willingness to travel for domestic and potential overseas assignments, where required
Required licences and certifications
Prior to commencement, successful candidates will need to provide evidence of, or be willing to obtain:
Construction Induction Training — White Card
Working Safely at Heights
Working in Confined Spaces
Additional client-specific security, construction security and mandatory training will be required prior to deployment.
Key Responsibilities
As a Site Security Observer, you will be responsible for:
Observing personnel movements and activities within designated construction zones and controlled areas
Monitoring construction activities for compliance with approved construction security documentation and controls
Inspecting and auditing materials, tools and equipment brought onto site
Identifying,



reporting and helping contain suspicious, unauthorised or non-compliant materials or activity
Supporting the operation of site-based technical security systems, including CCTV, alarms and access control mechanisms where required
Applying a risk-based and situational approach to identifying and escalating security concerns
Completing accurate security logs, records and reports to support assurance, auditability and continuous improvement
Operating within an established chain of command and escalating issues promptly and appropriately
Supporting a secure, compliant and professional site workplace throughout the construction lifecycle
What's on Offer
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to nationally significant secure construction projects in Australia and overseas.
You will have the opportunity to:
Work on sensitive, security-focused construction programs
Build experience in secure site operations and construction security assurance
Join a professional, disciplined and mission-focused operational team
Support a major Australian Government client through Vertical Scope Group
Gain exposure to domestic and potential international project environments
Develop skills across physical security, site assurance, reporting, risk identification and operational coordination
How to Apply
If you have experience in security, construction, controlled site operations or a related field, and are ready to contribute to important secure construction projects, we will welcome your application.
Submit your CV or reach out to Vertical Scope Group for a confidential discussion.
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📌 Site Security Observers (Canberra)
🏢 Vertical Scope Group
📍 Canberra