Security Officers

3 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia MSS Security Full time $72,000 - $108,000 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

  • Exciting role for Security officers (Australian citizens)

  • High profile government location

  • Pay rates of $28.98 per hour + super + allowances

About the Role

MSS Security is looking for a professional and dependable Security Officer to join our team in a full-time, Monday to Friday position. This role is based in Cairns and offers the rare benefit of a stable weekday roster — no night shifts, weekends, or public holidays. You'll play a key role in maintaining site safety while supporting day-to-day operations in a professional environment.

If you're seeking a role that balances proactive security work with strong client interaction — and gives you your evenings and weekends back — this is the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform internal and external foot patrols to ensure a safe and secure environment

  • Greet visitors, provide assistance, and manage front-desk responsibilities professionally

  • Monitor access control and issue visitor passes

  • Respond to incidents and escalate as necessary, following site protocols

  • Maintain logs and reports

  • Work collaboratively with site management and other security team members

What We're Looking For

  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

  • Experience in either concierge or mobile/rover patrol roles (or both)

  • Intermediate computer skills for reporting and access management

  • A professional, customer-focused attitude

  • Physically fit and alert with strong situational awareness

  • Ability to adapt between active security duties and front-of-house responsibilities

Essential Requirements

  • Australian Citizenship (due to site requirements)

  • Valid QLD Security Licence

  • Valid Blue Card - Working with children check for Queensland

  • Certificate II in Security Operations (or higher)

  • Current First Aid & CPR Certification

  • Willingness to undergo and pass a National Criminal History Check

Master licence – 41299

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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