Security Officer - Parkville

Security Officer

What G4S can offer you:

• 24/7 rotating roster - mix of days, afternoons & nights
• Casual and Full-Time Positions Available
• Upskill with comprehensive in-house training provided.
• Mainly a front-of-house role - you will not be dealing with young people in custody.
• Uncapped $500 bonuses for referring someone who becomes a G4S employee.
• Join a genuine market leader in security - we're the world's biggest integrated security company operating in over 90 countries globally.

About the role and team:

This role sits within a large, supportive team of 30+ Security Officers based at Parkville Youth Justice Centre, receiving support from our 2 Supervisors and our Site Manager. In this position you will provide general security services including access control, screening, and perimeter security across the site.

There is a corrections presence on site run by Corrections Victoria, so the role does not require you to undertake correctional duties or interact with young people in detention, however you may be required to enter secure areas of the facility. We are looking for professional, licensed security staff to join our team to undertake security duties for our client, such as:

• Reception Duties – Providing friendly and efficient customer service for all people entering the centre, taking phone calls, registering visitors, creating visitor passes, and keeping detailed visitor logs.
• Screening – Conducting x‑ray screening, searching using metal detection equipment, and ensuring that electronics are not brought into the site and are put in a locker.
• Patrols – Roving security patrols around the perimeter of the building.
• Sallyport Management – Checking trucks thoroughly in the sallyport area upon entry, including taking everything out of the truck for inspection and confiscating any prohibited items.
• Internal escorting – including escorting contractors within the precinct, which could involve going into secure areas of the facility.

Pay rates:

Casual, inclusive of 25% Casual loading

Full Time

What we're looking for:

• Victorian security licence
• Valid first aid certificate, or willingness to obtain this before commencement.
• Working with children check (employee version), or willing to obtain this before starting with us.

The recruitment process:

• Applying online with a CV.
• A phone call with our Talent Advisor to learn more about the role.
• Attending an on-site interview to meet the team and see the work environment.
• Background checks, including a national police check, a reference check and a medical assessment.
• A 4-hour paid induction before commencement.

Location:

Parkville, VIC