Security Guards, Crowd Control for Concerts, Sports, Events & Carnivals.

Melbourne’s 2026-2027 Spring and Summer events season is approaching, and ETNAN Security is seeking professional, reliable and customer focused Security Guards and Crowd Controllers to join our expanding events team.

Successful applicants may have opportunities to work across concerts, sporting events, festivals, carnivals and other major events throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria.

This is an opportunity to develop your event-security experience while working alongside a supportive and professional operational team.

At ETNAN Security, you will help provide a safe, secure and welcoming environment for patrons, event staff, contractors and other stakeholders.

Please note that available shifts will depend on event requirements, client allocations, employee availability, qualifications and operational needs. Casual employment does not guarantee a minimum number of hours.

About the Opportunity

Melbourne’s 2026-2027 Spring and Summer events season is approaching, and ETNAN Security is seeking professional, reliable and customer focused Security Guards and Crowd Controllers to join our expanding events team.

Successful applicants may have opportunities to work across concerts, sporting events, festivals, carnivals and other major events throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria.

This is an opportunity to develop your event-security experience while working alongside a supportive and skilled operational team.

At ETNAN Security, you will help provide a safe, secure and welcoming environment for patrons, event staff, contractors and other stakeholders.

Please note that available shifts will depend on event requirements, client allocations, employee availability, qualifications and operational needs. Casual employment does not guarantee a minimum number of hours.

Duties and Responsibilities

Depending on your licence endorsements, qualifications and event allocation, your duties may include:

- Crowd monitoring and crowd management

- Maintaining a visible and professional security presence

- Providing helpful and respectful customer service

- Conducting entry screening, bag checks and wanding

- Managing access controlled areas





- Checking passes and accreditations

- Monitoring licensed areas and supporting RSA compliance

- Conducting roving and perimeter patrols

- Monitoring restricted, backstage and VIP areas

- Identifying and reporting hazards, incidents and suspicious behaviour

- Assisting with emergency and evacuation procedures

- Deescalating challenging situations professionally

- Completing incident reports and operational documentation

- Following site instructions, safety procedures and lawful directions

Mandatory Requirements

Applicants must:

- Hold a current Victorian private security licence with the appropriate Security Guard and/or Crowd Controller endorsement

- Hold a current Victorian Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate, or be willing and able to obtain one before commencing relevant assignments

- Have the legal right to work in Australia

- Be available to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays

- Have reliable transport or another reliable means of travelling to allocated work locations

- Be able to perform the inherent requirements of the position, with reasonable adjustments where applicable

Additional Requirements

Depending on the event, client or work location, applicants may also be required to:

- Hold a current First Aid certificate, or be willing and able to obtain one before commencing relevant assignments

- Hold a current Working with Children Check, or be willing and able to obtain one before commencing relevant assignments

- Obtain additional client-specific qualifications, inductions, training or accreditations

Applicants who do not currently hold First Aid RSA or a Working with Children Check may still apply but could be required to obtain them before accepting particular assignments.

Experience

Previous experience in major events, crowd management, venue security,



hospitality, customer service or a similar public-facing role is highly regarded.

Recently licensed applicants with the right attitude, professionalism and communication skills are also encouraged to apply.

Skills and Attributes

We are looking for people who demonstrate:

- Professional presentation and behaviour

- Strong customer service skills

- Clear and respectful communication

- Sound judgement and situational awareness

- Effective conflict resolution and de escalation skills

- Punctuality and reliability

- The ability to follow procedures and lawful directions

- The ability to remain calm in busy or challenging environments

- A proactive and team-focused attitude

- Respect for patrons, colleagues and people from diverse backgrounds

What We Offer

- Opportunities to work across Victoria’s 2026 events calendar

- Casual employment with weekly pay

- Pay in accordance with the Security Services Industry Award 2020 [MA000016], including applicable penalties and allowances

- A professional and supportive team environment

- Experience across a range of event security functions

- Opportunities for reliable and high performing employees to be considered for future assignments and increased responsibilities

Diversity and Inclusion

ETNAN Security is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and diverse workplace.

We encourage applications from:

- Women

- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

- LGBTQIA+ people

- People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

- Veterans and current Defence reservists

- Young and recently licensed security officers

- Experienced Crowd Controllers and event security professionals

All applicants will be assessed according to the requirements of the position, their qualifications, suitability, availability and operational needs.

Why Join ETNAN Security?

ETNAN Security is a Victorian security provider committed to professionalism, reliability, safety and respectful customer service.

If you are interested in major events, enjoy working with people and can contribute to a safe and positive event experience, we would like to hear from you.

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📌 Security Guards, Crowd Control for Concerts, Sports, Events & Carnivals. (Melbourne)
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