Protective Security Officer

South Australia Police
Job reference: 501907
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE BC
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Attractive salary, 5 weeks leave, 12 x Rostered days off and flexibility
Job security and a rewarding career
Modern and comfortable work environment

Police Security Services Branch (PSSB) is a business unit of SAPOL. Through the deployment of Protective Security Officers (PSOs), PSSB provides a range of security services to the public sector.

The primary functions of PSSB are the provision of:
Protective security services to designated South Australian government critical infrastructure, high risk assets and security guards at key Government buildings within the Adelaide CBD;
A whole-of-government alarm monitoring service.

The Protective Security Officer (OPS2) is appointed to PSSB by the Commissioner of Police pursuant to the Protective Security Act 2007.

The Protective Security Officer is responsible for the provision of operational support under the general direction of police officers, Protective Security Officer Sergeants and Senior Protective Security Officers to ensure the efficient and effective security of government assets on a 24 hour, 7 day roster basis.

The Protective Security Officer is required to exercise a range of authorities provided by the Protective Security Act 2007, and other legislation, and may be required to carry and use a range of tactical options (including handcuffs, baton, defensive spray, ECD and firearm).

Key Outcomes

Providing a first response function to security alarm activations and other security incidents;
Operating and monitoring alarms, CCTV and emergency telephone systems utilising the GRN, SACAD and computer systems to detect and coordinate the appropriate response to incidents detected;
Undertaking static, foot and mobile protective security duties including the operation of security equipment pursuant to the Duty Statements of their work location;
Preparing reports and providing statements required for evidentiary purposes;
Assisting in the induction and training of other Branch members;
Engaging with key stakeholders to ensure best practice in customer sevice;
Observing, detecting and reporting any breaches of security;
Developing and maintaining proficiency of systems and databases as required; and
Maintaining electronic and/or manual journals, logs, note books as required by policy.

Special Conditions

Australian or New Zealand Citizenship or permanent residency is required; and
Will be subject to a criminal history check.
Shift work is a requirement of the position (24/7).
Some intrastate travel may be required
The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage Individual Performance Management program.
Abide by the standards in the Code of Conduct prescribed in the Protective Security Regulations 2008 and the Code of Ethics for the South Australian Public Sector.
Adhere SA Health requirements subject to COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will be required to maintain suitable vaccination status.

Training

Protective Security Officer Qualification – consisting of a mixture of classroom-based instruction and on-the-job, hands-on training with an experienced PSO.

Salary

Training - $51,562

OST2 - $56,987 plus annual allowance of $2152.65 upon completion of training (plus shift penalties and overtime)

Enquiries and application instructions
SAPOL Recruiting Section on (08) 7322 3353, or https://www.police.sa.gov.au/join-us

Applications close: 31/12/2022 11:45 PM

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