Security Officer - Townsville Industrial Site

As one of Australia's leading security companies, with a national footprint across Australia, MSS Security has unrivalled experience in delivering the highest quality of service & protecting some of the nation's highest profile sites. To find out more visit our website at

Our employees enjoy working with MSS because we:

• Have a high people and culture focus;
• Offer extensive development and progression opportunities;
• Provide stability and certainty in a role;
• Work collaboratively together and are high achievement focused;
• And because we know how to have fun whilst getting the job done.

Job Description

About the Role

The position is primarily responsible for providing a security presence, whilst remaining alert and focused. You will be part of an enthusiastic, committed, and customer focused team.

• Monitor CCTV footage and action breach situations appropriately
• Operation of computerised Security and Access Control Systems including Gallagher and Avigilon
• Maintain focus and observe the activities associated with asset protection
• Monitor site alarms and manage access control by ensuring authorised patrons in restricted areas are wearing appropriate PPE
• Manage emergency calls and coordinate emergency response in accordance with client procedures
• Assign temporary cards for employees and contractors

Desired Skills and Experience

Skills & experience

• Certificate II in Security Operations
• QLD Class 1 Security Licence - Unarmed Security Officer including Monitoring
• Hold current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Vaccinated against Covid-19, Hep A and B and Tetanus
• Have an intermediate level of proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.

If you are interested in joining the security industry but do not hold a qualification or licence, please take the time to consider our Scholarship Program. Further information can be found on our website www.msssecurity.com.au/employment/scholarships

How to apply

Click APPLY and you will be taken through to the MSS Talent Management System to complete your application. Once there, you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your cover letter and CV. To give yourself the best opportunity to progress your application, please outline in your cover letter how your skills and experience meet the role requirements.

We thank you for taking the time to consider MSS as a future employer and look forward to hearing from you.