Who we are looking for We are looking for an experienced and resilient leader who can operate confidently in complex, dynamic and occasionally high-pressure environments.
You will combine strong operational judgement with the ability to think strategically, lead people, influence stakeholders and translate lessons from incidents and exercises into practical improvements.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Proven capability leading operational teams or specialist functions, setting clear direction, balancing competing priorities and delivering outcomes through others.
The ability to remain composed, assess complex information and make sound decisions in dynamic or high-pressure situations.
Experience designing, coordinating and evaluating exercises, training, after-action reviews and other preparedness activities.
The ability to identify operational risks, vulnerabilities and systemic issues and develop evidence-based recommendations.
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including preparing concise briefs, reports and governance material and providing authoritative advice to senior stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively across operational, technical, executive and external agency environments.
The ability to lead reform, embed positive change and translate lessons learned into sustainable improvements in capability.
A professional, impartial and accountable approach consistent with Parliamentary Service values, particularly when operating in sensitive or high-pressure environments.




Qualifications and experience A nationally recognised qualification in emergency management, public safety, government security or a related field, such as the PAU***** Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management) or equivalent, is highly desirable.
Experience in a security control room, emergency coordination, protective security or incident management environment is also desirable.
Job Specific Requirements : Some out-of-hours work may be required to support incidents, exercises, preparedness activities or other operational demands.
The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (Confidential/Highly Protected/Secret) security clearance.
At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.
Duty Statement Classification: Parliamentary Executive Level 1 Branch: Security Operations Section: Security Operations (PSS) Immediate supervisor:



Director Security Control from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.
Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia's parliamentary democracy.
We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve.
While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.
Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building's architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an workplace where no two days are the same.
What we can offer Join our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured.
You will also enjoy: flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational needs of the roles ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities a competitive remuneration package free on-site parking free gym membership and access to recreational facilities available at APH childcare (pending availability), banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more available at APH.
Salary An attractive salary, which could be negotiated with the successful candidate, is on offer.

📌 Assistant Director Security Operations Psor And Emergency Management (Canberra)
🏢 Parliament Of Australia
📍 Canberra