Senior Protective Services Officer

Protective Services Group provides static and mobile security services to State Government departments. Our employees are highly motivated, professional members of the Queensland Police Service and provide a valuable service to community safety in State Government buildings and precincts. You will be responsible for the security services for the Cairns Government Office Building for Protective Services Group and report to a Building Services Coordinator.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Security
Classification OO3
Workplace Location Cairns region
Job ad reference QLD/561511/24
Closing date 15-May-2024
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Contact person John Gaskell
Contact details Phone: 07 4031 9052
Access theThe core capability requirements for this role are:

• Conduct observations of the interior and exterior of Government buildings and facilities, in addition to undertaking general inspection duties, mobile observation duties, contract staff supervision and other special duties related to the various work groups within Protective Services to ensure that a high level of security is maintained.
• Operate specialised security equipment and, when required, exercise the powers authorised under the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000.
• Provide back-up assistance to other Protective Services Officers, particularly in critical incident situations.
• Control the entering of personnel to, and parking of vehicles on, Government and designated property in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Detect and report fires and other building hazards and assist in the emergency evacuation of Government buildings.
• Undertake activities and responsibilities in accordance with various procedural and policy manuals and the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000.
• Ensure the quality and appropriateness of all communications with clients and members of the public are maintained at a high standard.
• Provide supervision, training, and support to other members of Protective Services Group.

Role Requirements:Mandatory - Current First Aid Certificate, Current Open C class Drivers Licence.Other - The Senior Protective Services Officer Course will include Mobile Patrol & Central Operations Room training. All applicants must be compliant with completing all aspects of the course. Appointees will be required to work an average 38hrs per week and work 8-hour shifts Monday to Friday. You will accrue a Rostered Day off every 28-day period. Casual and Part Time work is also available upon request and where operationally viable.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/561511/24Closing Date: Wednesday, 15th May 2024Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.