Indigenous employment

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia MSS Security Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

About the Company

As one of Australia's leading security companies, MSS Security is built on teamwork, respect, and integrity. We provide long-term career paths, stability, and a workplace where your professionalism and dedication are genuinely valued. To find out more visit our website at

About the role

We are looking for Security Officers to join our high-performing team working onsite at Defence bases. We strongly encourage application from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

This position plays a critical role in protecting Defence personnel, assets, and infrastructure through proactive patrols, access management, and maintaining a strong on-site presence.

Don't have a Security Licence? MSS will help you get one. Our valued Scholarship Program supports you to complete a Cert II in Security Operations. * We will also sponsor your Defence clearance if you don't have one already *

  • Rostered ongoing work onsite with a high-performing team and supportive leadership
  • Uniform and other excellent employee benefits
  • Onsite training and state-of-the-art online learning modules
  • Referral bonus - refer your mates and earn a reward when they join our team

Working on a Defence site means operating to a higher standard, where your professionalism and discretion have a direct impact on national operations. Your duties typically would be:

  • Access Control - Monitoring entry and exit points to ensure only authorised personnel are permitted on site.
  • Foot Patrols - Conducting regular patrols to maintain situational awareness and deter potential threats.
  • Stakeholder Liaison - Building rapport with Defence personnel, contractors, and visitors while delivering a strong security presence.
  • Incident Response - Reacting promptly and appropriately to alarms, emergencies, or suspicious behaviour.
  • Compliance Monitoring - Ensuring site protocols and Defence security procedures are always followed.
  • Reporting & Documentation - Accurately recording incidents, shift activities and observations in accordance with site requirements.

Master License

*Return of Service applies

First Nations jobseekers encouraged to apply

How to apply

MSS Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions of each person We encourage and celebrate diversity.

We are proud to:

  • be certified by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency,
  • be a partner and supporter of Veterans employment and honoured to have an endorsed INNOVATE Reconciliation Action Plan.

Click APPLY to complete your application and you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your CV.

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

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