Sergeant-at-Arms and Head of Security

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Parliament Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Queensland Parliamentary Service is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join the Parliamentary Service as the Sergeant-at-Arms and Head of Security. This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of Members of Parliament, staff, and visitors across the Parliamentary precinct and 97 Electorate offices statewide along with the ceremonial duties required within parliament as the Sergeant-at-Arms and Head of Security. You will drive cultural and organisational change, lead critical security initiatives, and uphold ceremonial traditions within the Parliament.

Key responsibilities:

  • Deliver strategic safety and emergency advice to Members of Parliament, their staff, and Queensland Parliamentary Service employees.
  • Liaise and build strong inter-agency relationships, including the Queensland Police Service.
  • Manage training programs for emergency and security procedures across precinct and Electorate offices.
  • Respond to major incidents, assess escalation requirements, and deliver expert support.
  • Perform ceremonial duties associated with the role of Sergeant-at-Arms.
  • Provide expert advice and lead cultural and organisational change aligned with the Queensland Parliamentary Services values.

Required Skills:

  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams, and a variety of stakeholders.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills for effective liaison, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
  • Expertise in security risk assessment, crisis management, and co-ordinating inter-agency responses.
  • Proven ability to design and implement operational procedures that deliver measurable outcomes.
  • Advanced analytical and decision-making capabilities.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety, security, and integrity of Queensland's Parliamentary Service.

For more information on the ceremonial elements of the Sergeant-in-Arms role please look at the Queensland Parliamentary Services Website Information on Parliament | Queensland Parliament and watch a You-Tube video about the Sergeant-at-Arms role Sergeant-at-Arms - People of Parliament

How to apply:

Applicants are required to submit the following through the SmartJobs website:

· A current resume.

· A suitability statement, no more than two (2) pages outlining your suitability for the role against the role requirements outlined in the role description.

Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly review the Role Description and Application Information Package available on SmartJobs, along with the details regarding the ceremonial aspects of the Sergeant-at-Arms role.

Additional Information

Applications remain current for a specified period of up to 12 months after the closing date for the receipt of applications for the original vacancy. Applications may be used to consider an applicant for appointment to a relevant vacancy.

Any future consideration of applications will be regarding vacancies with the same title, classification and role description, but may vary in regard to location and/or attendance (full or part time).

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