Casual Security Officer at University of Queensland

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

44.67

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Operations, First Aid, Interpersonal Skills, Emergency Response, Report Writing, Patrolling, Access Management, Communication, Problem Solving, Physical Fitness, Traffic Regulation Enforcement, Customer Service, Conflict Resolution, Monitoring, Teamwork, Time Management

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Property and Facilities Multiple Casual opportunities available Salary rate is $44.67 per hour (incl 25% casual loading) + 12% super Based at our picturesque St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity Join The University of Queensland (UQ) as a Security Officer, ensuring the safety and security of our buildings, grounds, staff, students, and visitors. Our Security Officers provide professional, high-quality service while upholding UQ’s Standards of Operation and Personal Conduct. Key Responsibilities: Respond to alarms, medical and fire emergencies, and security incidents. Operate the Central Security Monitoring Station (CSMS). Assist with public, staff, and student inquiries and complaints. Conduct patrols, lock/unlock buildings, and manage access for authorized personnel. Administer First Aid as required. Enforce parking and traffic regulations. Conduct preliminary investigations and prepare detailed reports. Report urgent matters to the Security Supervisor. Perform additional duties as directed by security management. Please note: A successful applicant will need to have full availability to attend 2 weeks full-time training. Due to the size of the campus, this role involves extensive walking and regular outdoor patrols in varying weather conditions. A reasonable level of physical fitness is required to meet the demands of the position. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 12% superannuation contributions Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family About You Current Queensland Certificate II in Security Operations that includes Security Officer Unarmed, Crowd Control, Bodyguard and Monitoring modules Current St John, Red Cross or Qld Ambulance First Aid Certificate Current Queensland Manual Open Drivers Licence Well-developed knowledge of security methodologies and concepts as applied to the Security industry. Sound interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with a large variety of individuals, both internal and external to the University. Demonstrated proficiency with security software and programs and the ability to produce and analyse reports in a timely manner. Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision and to efficiently and effectively organise the work under your jurisdiction within strict deadlines. The ability to exercise tact and restrain in the face of direct provocation or occasional unfair criticism Demonstrated experience effectively dealing with emergency situations arising during the course of duty, such as student demonstrations. Previous experience as a Security Officer at the University of Queensland or similar organization is desirable. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, Criminal Check and a Medical Check. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Andrew Barling at a.barling@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close Thursday 30 October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-53770). The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

The Security Officer will respond to alarms, medical and fire emergencies, and security incidents while operating the Central Security Monitoring Station. They will conduct patrols, manage access for authorized personnel, and enforce parking and traffic regulations.