Job Description
Who we are:
The City of Salisbury is one of South Australia's largest and most progressive councils, delivering innovative services and infrastructure to support a rapidly growing community. With a strong focus on sustainability and economic development, the City of Salisbury is committed to creating opportunities that enhance liveability and prosperity across the northern region
We are a progressive, sustainable and connected community, where we celebrate our employee's and community's diversity and where people are valued and feel safe, included and connected
The role:
An exciting opportunity exists for a Security Officer to assist in the provision of security services in relation to Council's assets, sites, staff, and elected members. As a first responder to emergency situations, your knowledge and skills with critical decision making will effect to provide benefits for increased public safety on behalf of the City of Salisbury.
As a Security Officer you will assist in security maintenance requirements and projects, and ensure Council's keying systems, electronic security alarm and CCTV systems are operating satisfactorily and provide customer service.
You will provide out of hours monitored security response to call outs at Council's premises in relation to alarms, break-ins etc on a rostered basis (Overtime and Availability Allowance paid).
Specialist Skills, Required Knowledge and Conditions:
Appropriate Security Officer qualifications and a current South Australian Security Agent licence is essential, including clearance from the Commissioner and for Liquor and Gambling to act as an approved Crowd Controller.
Previous demonstrated experience working in a similar role.
Previous experience in the use of surveillance systems; duress alarm systems; proximity access card systems, alarm monitoring software, commercial CCTV and electronic security/software systems.
An ability to understand and accept changes in the workplace and to respond to the processes of change management.
Intermediate Microsoft Office suite working knowledge and skill level.
This position has been identified as a "Prescribed Position" under Council's Criminal and Relevant History Screening Procedures.
Accordingly the applicant will need to provide a suitable screening certificate prior to appointment to the position and maintain such clearance during their employment in this role.
Provide First Aid certification required to be held for the role
Chief Emergency Warden certification required to be held for the role
Valid SA Driver's Licence (C Class or higher) required and maintained during employment in this role.
Who you are:
Flexible/team player characteristics
Excellent communication (both written and verbal) as well as time management, planning and organisational skills.
Sound ability to exercise judgement, initiative and decision making (within corporate expectations) in time critical circumstances.
Open to build trust in supporting local community
What's in it for you?
Ability to become part of a hard-working dedicated team, making a difference to the community delivering on an exceptional customer experience with the flexibility to manage what's important through an excellent work life balance.
Further information is available by accessing Position Description.
People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.
Specific enquiries regarding this opportunity can be made to Julian Maio, Coordinator Security Services (08) 8406 8517.
Applications close 5:00pm, Thursday 2 April 2026
The City of Salisbury is one of South Australia's largest and most progressive councils, delivering innovative services and infrastructure to support a rapidly growing community. With a strong focus on sustainability and economic development, the City of Salisbury is committed to creating opportunities that enhance liveability and prosperity across the northern region
We are a progressive, sustainable and connected community, where we celebrate our employee's and community's diversity and where people are valued and feel safe, included and connected
The role:
An exciting opportunity exists for a Security Officer to assist in the provision of security services in relation to Council's assets, sites, staff, and elected members. As a first responder to emergency situations, your knowledge and skills with critical decision making will effect to provide benefits for increased public safety on behalf of the City of Salisbury.
As a Security Officer you will assist in security maintenance requirements and projects, and ensure Council's keying systems, electronic security alarm and CCTV systems are operating satisfactorily and provide customer service.
You will provide out of hours monitored security response to call outs at Council's premises in relation to alarms, break-ins etc on a rostered basis (Overtime and Availability Allowance paid).
Specialist Skills, Required Knowledge and Conditions:
Appropriate Security Officer qualifications and a current South Australian Security Agent licence is essential, including clearance from the Commissioner and for Liquor and Gambling to act as an approved Crowd Controller.
Previous demonstrated experience working in a similar role.
Previous experience in the use of surveillance systems; duress alarm systems; proximity access card systems, alarm monitoring software, commercial CCTV and electronic security/software systems.
An ability to understand and accept changes in the workplace and to respond to the processes of change management.
Intermediate Microsoft Office suite working knowledge and skill level.
This position has been identified as a "Prescribed Position" under Council's Criminal and Relevant History Screening Procedures.
Accordingly the applicant will need to provide a suitable screening certificate prior to appointment to the position and maintain such clearance during their employment in this role.
Provide First Aid certification required to be held for the role
Chief Emergency Warden certification required to be held for the role
Valid SA Driver's Licence (C Class or higher) required and maintained during employment in this role.
Who you are:
Flexible/team player characteristics
Excellent communication (both written and verbal) as well as time management, planning and organisational skills.
Sound ability to exercise judgement, initiative and decision making (within corporate expectations) in time critical circumstances.
Open to build trust in supporting local community
What's in it for you?
Ability to become part of a hard-working dedicated team, making a difference to the community delivering on an exceptional customer experience with the flexibility to manage what's important through an excellent work life balance.
Further information is available by accessing Position Description.
People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.
Specific enquiries regarding this opportunity can be made to Julian Maio, Coordinator Security Services (08) 8406 8517.
Applications close 5:00pm, Thursday 2 April 2026
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Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in BPO Jobs is a plus.