Security Officers & Guard Careers

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“"Look no further, because I’m the person who can get the job done! I’m at my best when using my hands to fix or build things, it comes naturally to me and I enjoy it! I’m a practical person and I can’t imagine myself sitting at a desk and staring at a screen all day. Getting down and dirty, whether it’s maintenance, building a house or installing a pipe, is my kind of thing – I didn’t choose the tradie life, the tradie life chose me! Funnel-web spiders are experts at building and constructing things, they've got it sorted out."”

“If you wanted a group holiday organised, a project manager for group assignments or help with party planning – I am that person! I live by schedules, to do-lists and structure so that every detail, even the smallest, is addressed. You can call me the ‘behind-the-scenes’ person. I'm the oil in the machine, making sure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Some people find administration boring but I love it and excel at making things happen! Honey bees love details and get things done, which I think is pretty cool.”

Overview

Security Officers and Guards provide security and investigative services to organisations and individuals.

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Job Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

patrolling property and checking doors windows and gates for unauthorised entry
watching for irregularities such as fire hazards malfunctions of machines and equipment lights left on leaking water pipes and unlocked security doors
issuing security passes to authorised visitors and giving directions
monitoring alarms and contacting supervisors police and fire brigades by radio or phone if security is breached or fire is detected
picking up and ensuring the safe delivery of cash payrolls and valuables
operating coin and currency counting machines and carrying out cash counting and packaging functions
maintaining order at venues where there are large gatherings of people
conducting investigations for clients and preparing evidence for court proceedings
detecting and investigating theft and other unlawful acts carried out in retail establishments
advising clients on security requirements and designing security specifications

Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

Certificate III in Security Operations

Short Courses Available

Certificate II in Security Operations
Certificate III in Close Protection Operations
Certificate III in Investigative Services
Certificate IV in Goverment Security
Diploma of Security Risk Management

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Industry

Trades & Services

If you’re a hands on sort of person who likes getting stuck into tasks involving the use of tools and machinery to create new things, or you like to work on projects that bring technical concept drawings to life, then a career in the Manufacturing industry could be right up your alley.Careers in Manufacturing are available in a variety of industries such as: aerospace, furnishing, laboratory operations, metal fitting, engineering and boating, process manufacturing, mineral products, plastics, rubber, recreational vehicles and textiles, clothing and footwear. Structural Steel and Welding Trades workers, and Metal Fitters and Machinists are the trades most in demand in Manufacturing at present. There are thousands of Manufacturing businesses in Australia, employing almost one million people. New developments in sustainable Manufacturing aim to produce goods in an environmentally friendly and sustainable way while at the same time maintaining, if not improving productivity. This makes it a very interesting time to join this sector.This industry also covers professions such as Garden and Nursery Labourers, Jewellers, Florists, Beauty Therapists, Hairdressers and more! All these types of career paths offer Apprenticeships and Traineeships (together with school-based options), VET and university pathways.

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