Job Description
An opportunity to provide a responsive service and enhance community safety
Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
CoSafe Community Safety Patrol Officers attend to a variety of tasks aimed at enhancing community safety, including:
Facility security and alarms
Addressing staff safety concerns
Community complaints of anti-social behaviour
Proactive and reactive high-visibility vehicle and foot patrols
Enforcement & education of local laws
Locating and reporting criminal activities
Environmental health issues
Assist with emergency response
The use of the City’s CCTV systems
In addition to the below shifts, the CoSafe team provide support to the City's Civic events and weekly meetings at the admininstration building (evenings)
Shifts include day shifts (0600-1800), afternoon shifts (1200-0000) and night shifts (1800-0600).
CoSafe is a service committed to 24/7, 365 days a year. You will work weekends and public holidays as required.
Rosters are subject to change for operational and City requirements.
About you
You will need to possess a very high level of communication, observational skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
Given that this role can involve confronting situations, you should possess extensive experience and skills in conflict resolution and de-escalation.
You must be able to work independently most of the time while also collaborating effectively with the team to achieve the best and safest outcomes.
Previous experience and/or qualifications in security, law enforcement or similar is preferred, but we welcome all applicants who are dedicated, reliable, and eager to contribute to a safer community.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary and Benefits: Starting from Level 3 Step 1 ($49.00 per hour inclusive of casual loading) of the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications and experience.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Danny Lake, Service Lead CoSafe and Community Safety on (08) 9411 3444.
Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.
If you want to make your application stand out from the crowd, you can address the essential criteria (skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications) detailed in the Position Description in a separate document of no more than two pages and submit with your application.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, ******* and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Monday 6 April at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
CoSafe Officer PD.pdf
Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
CoSafe Community Safety Patrol Officers attend to a variety of tasks aimed at enhancing community safety, including:
Facility security and alarms
Addressing staff safety concerns
Community complaints of anti-social behaviour
Proactive and reactive high-visibility vehicle and foot patrols
Enforcement & education of local laws
Locating and reporting criminal activities
Environmental health issues
Assist with emergency response
The use of the City’s CCTV systems
In addition to the below shifts, the CoSafe team provide support to the City's Civic events and weekly meetings at the admininstration building (evenings)
Shifts include day shifts (0600-1800), afternoon shifts (1200-0000) and night shifts (1800-0600).
CoSafe is a service committed to 24/7, 365 days a year. You will work weekends and public holidays as required.
Rosters are subject to change for operational and City requirements.
About you
You will need to possess a very high level of communication, observational skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
Given that this role can involve confronting situations, you should possess extensive experience and skills in conflict resolution and de-escalation.
You must be able to work independently most of the time while also collaborating effectively with the team to achieve the best and safest outcomes.
Previous experience and/or qualifications in security, law enforcement or similar is preferred, but we welcome all applicants who are dedicated, reliable, and eager to contribute to a safer community.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary and Benefits: Starting from Level 3 Step 1 ($49.00 per hour inclusive of casual loading) of the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications and experience.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Danny Lake, Service Lead CoSafe and Community Safety on (08) 9411 3444.
Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.
If you want to make your application stand out from the crowd, you can address the essential criteria (skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications) detailed in the Position Description in a separate document of no more than two pages and submit with your application.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, ******* and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Monday 6 April at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
CoSafe Officer PD.pdf
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The CoSafe Community Safety Patrol Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Cockburn Central offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
