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Head of Talent Acquisition at Macquarie University

- Lead complex multi-site campus security operations
- Full-Time, continuing position (on call requirements)
- Macquarie University – Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

At Macquarie University, we are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and vibrant campus environment for our students, staff, visitors, and community. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Campus Security Manager to lead and deliver high-quality, customer-focused security services across our complex multi-site operations.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director, Client Services and Facilities Management, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategies to protect the University’s people, physical assets, and reputation. You will manage complex vendor arrangements, oversee integrated security technology systems, and provide empathetic yet authoritative engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders including students, staff, senior executives and external agencies.

You will be a key member of the University’s Emergency Management Group, working closely with Group Risk to ensure that physical, personal, and operational risks are effectively identified, mitigated, and managed.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the delivery of a professional, visible, and customer-oriented security service.
- Manage large-scale security contracts,



ensuring high performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee multi-site security operations and integrated technology solutions including CCTV, access control, and intruder detection.
- Provide expert security and emergency management advice to University executives and committees.
- Develop and implement security incident management protocols, investigation processes, and awareness initiatives.
- Build strong, service-focused relationships with internal and external stakeholders including police and emergency services.
- Manage and coach a diverse team to deliver excellence in security and safety outcomes.
- Oversee significant budgets, ensuring value-for-money and operational efficiency.

About You

You are a highly experienced security professional with a proven track record in multi-site corporate or institutional security management. You combine strong operational leadership with strategic insight and have the interpersonal skills to communicate with empathy, authority, and professionalism. Detail-oriented and service-driven, you thrive in complex environments and have the resilience and judgement to respond effectively to security and emergency situations.

Selection Criteria





- Relevant tertiary qualifications and extensive experience in large-scale, complex security operations and contract management.
- Demonstrated expertise in integrated security technology solutions.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills across all levels of an organisation.
- Proven budget management and vendor performance oversight experience.
- Current and relevant security licences, with eligibility to act as the University’s Nominated Person on its Master Security Licence.

Why Macquarie?

You’ll be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking university that values safety, inclusion, and service excellence. In this role, you will have the chance to shape the future of campus security services and make a meaningful impact on the experience of thousands of people each day.

Macquarie University campuses include significant grounds and physical assets, teaching and research facilities, office spaces, child care facilities, gym and aquatic centre, hotel and conference centre, hospital and health clinics, sports grounds and food retail outlets at Macquarie park, as well as a city campus.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

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