Security Operations Coordinator

• Be the driving force behind a safe and welcoming university environment.
• UC Level 7, Salary Range $ 100,838 pa - $ 109,243 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time Continuing Opportunity

Job no: 503414
Work type: Professional
Location: Bruce
Categories: Project Management, Student Support

About the role:

At the University of Canberra, we are dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming, and resilient campus for our students, staff, and visitors. We are seeking a Security Operations Coordinator to play a key role in supporting the delivery of effective and professional security services across the University.

In this role, you will coordinate daily security operations, manage incidents, support emergency response, and contribute to the continuous improvement of safety and security frameworks.

Key responsibilities:

- Support the delivery of effective security and traffic services to ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff, students, and visitors.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

- Support the implementation and development, maintenance, and review of security-related policies, procedures, plans, and reporting frameworks in line with university requirements and best practices.

- Review security incidents to identify risks, non-compliance, and recommend mitigation strategies.

About you:

You are proactive, highly organised, and committed to maintaining a safe campus. You bring:

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

- A commitment to service excellence and continuous improvement in safety and security practices.

- Desirable: A current security licence and/or qualifications in risk management, security, or a related field.

- Desirable: Experience in security operation, preferably within a complex operational site such as a university, hospital, or large precinct.

An on-call penalty allowance is applicable for this role.

Benefits:

- Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies

- On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.

- Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)

- Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture

- Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

- Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

- The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

How to apply:

Please apply with your CV and a 1-page cover letter. Ensure you take the time to align your application with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Recruitment and application questions:

Please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Advertised: 24 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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