Job Description
MTP Services is looking to engage experienced Site Security Observers to support a major Federal Government client across a range of highly secure construction, infrastructure and facilities projects.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing protective and site security capability working across sensitive Commonwealth environments.
The successful candidates will work alongside experienced Security Managers, Construction Managers, Project Managers and other Protective Security professionals to ensure construction activities are undertaken in accordance with strict Commonwealth security requirements.
MTP Services has a significant footprint across Federal Government Site Security and Protective Security environments, supporting projects from the Project Management layer through to Site Security and Construction Management and Site Security Observers on the ground.
We currently support a large number of security cleared professionals across Government projects in Canberra, nationally and internationally, giving successful candidates the opportunity to become part of an established and growing capability.
The Role:
As a Site Security Observer, you will provide onsite security oversight across construction, refurbishment, maintenance and infrastructure activities within highly secure Government environments.
Your responsibilities may include:
Monitoring construction personnel, contractors and trades operating within secure areas
Providing continuous observation of works being undertaken within designated security zones
Providing security escorts for contractors, trades and other personnel where required
Ensuring all personnel comply with site security procedures,



access requirements and approved working arrangements
Monitoring the movement of personnel, equipment, materials and tools throughout secure areas
Identifying and reporting security concerns, incidents, anomalies or potential breaches
Maintaining accurate site security logs, observations, records and reporting
Liaising closely with Site Security Managers, Construction Managers, Project Managers and Protective Security personnel
Supporting the implementation of project specific security plans and procedures
Ensuring sensitive areas remain appropriately controlled throughout construction and maintenance activities
Providing practical security support to project teams while allowing construction activities to progress safely and efficiently
What We Are Looking For:
We are interested in speaking with candidates who have experience across one or more of the following areas:
Site Security Observation
Protective Security
Construction Security
Security Escorting
Highly classified Commonwealth environments
Secure construction or infrastructure projects
National security environments
Facilities, construction or building security
Candidates will need to demonstrate strong situational awareness, discretion, attention to detail and the ability to confidently operate within highly controlled and regulated environments.




Solid communication skills are important, as you will regularly interact with construction teams, contractors, security personnel and Government stakeholders.
Security Clearance:
Due to the highly sensitive nature of these projects, candidates will need to hold an appropriate Australian Government security clearance.
Current TSPV or TSPA cleared candidates will be strongly preferred.
Candidates with relevant experience who are currently progressing through a TSPV or TSPA clearance process may also be considered.
Australian Citizenship is mandatory.
Why MTP Services?
MTP Services has developed a significant Protective Security and Site Security capability across the Australian Government.
Our teams currently support Government clients across:
Security Project Management
Protective Security
Site Security Management
Construction Security Management
Site Security Observation
Security Escorting
Security Clearance and Vetting capability
We support projects across Canberra and nationally, with additional capability supporting Australian Government projects internationally.
For experienced Site Security professionals, this provides the opportunity to work with an organisation that understands highly classified Government environments, complex clearance requirements and the practical realities of delivering security capability across major Commonwealth projects.
Interested?
If you are an experienced Site Security Observer, Protective Security professional or construction security specialist holding a TSPV or TSPA clearance, we would be very interested in speaking with you.

📌 Site Security Observer (Canberra)
🏢 MTP Services
📍 Canberra