At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead security operations at a school, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Company: Challenger Security, a leader in high-quality security services across Australia.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, discounts on brands, and tailored training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible work hours aligned with school terms and diverse projects.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact while working with a dedicated team in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Current NSW Security Licence and experience in security management.
The predicted salary is between 38417 - 46955 $ per year.
Security Manager – Hybrid | School Site Full-Time Permanent $115k + Superannuation Monday - Friday- 7am - 4pm (may vary with term dates and site operational requirements)
Location: Maroubra, NSW 2035
Lead the operation. Be on the ground. Protect the school community.
About Us
Challenger Security is an industry leader in the delivery of high-quality security services and solutions across Australia. We maintain long-standing partnerships with globally recognised brands and pride ourselves on delivering professional, reliable and tailored security solutions. Our services span corporate and retail security, concierge services, mobile patrols, alarm response, event security, investigations, surveillance, consulting and training.
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced, licenced security professional to manage the day-to‑day security operation of a school site, combining security management, compliance, training and administration with frontline guarding duties. You’ll oversee SOPs, rostering, training, incident management, compliance and reporting, while personally managing the main access point during morning arrival and afternoon departure periods. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who can confidently move between security management and frontline operations, with a strong focus on the safety of students, staff and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
- Management & Administration
- Manage the day-to-day security operation and act as the key security contact for the client.
- Lead rostering, training, compliance and performance of the site security team.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, post orders and emergency response procedures.
- Manage incident reporting, investigations, compliance checks and operational reporting.
- Monitor licencing, WWCC and WHS requirements and support audits.
- Identify and implement continuous improvements to site security.
- Frontline Guarding
- Personally staff the main access point during morning arrival and afternoon departure periods.
- Manage pedestrian and vehicle access, visitor sign-in/out and identification checks.
- Conduct access, bag and vehicle checks in accordance with site procedures.
- Monitor CCTV and respond to access‑control incidents and security breaches.
- Manage pick-up/drop-off traffic flow and maintain a visible, professional presence.
- Complete site lock‑up and end‑of‑day security checks.
Skills, Experience, and Qualifications
- Current NSW Security Licence (Class 1A minimum)
- Current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC), or eligibility and willingness to obtain one.
- Demonstrated experience in security supervision or management.
- Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, post orders and operational documentation.
- Sound knowledge of WHS and NSW security licencing requirements.
- Class 1F licence and CAT H firearms licence desirable.
Other Role Requirements
- Ability to perform the inherent requirements of the role, including standing, walking and maintaining situational awareness for extended periods during frontline guarding periods and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Professional presentation and conduct consistent with CSG uniform, grooming and workplace standards.
- Flexibility to work guarding periods aligned with school term dates, events and operational requirements.
- Reasonable workplace adjustments will be considered to enable candidates to perform the inherent requirements of the role.
Why Choose Us
- Competitive Salary and Benefits Package: This includes access to discounts through numerous well‑known brands and products.
- Meaningful Impact: Have a job with meaning—our people are the backbone of communities, schools, government, the tech sector, and high‑end retail.
- Distinguished Team: Collaborate with industry experts who are deeply devoted to our company culture and are part of an integrated team.
- Skills Amplification: Embrace tailored training opportunities that amplify your professional growth.
- Tech Empowerment: Harness cutting‑edge technology to streamline tasks and reduce paper clutter.
- Versatile Engagements: Enjoy diverse projects and multiple locations, nurturing a broad skill set without monotony.
- Progression Pathways: Ascend the ladder of success with recognition of talent and our commitment to internal promotions.
Security Manager – Hybrid in Sydney employer: Challenger Services Group
Challenger Security is an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and benefits package while fostering a meaningful work environment that impacts the community. Located in Maroubra, NSW, our team enjoys a collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth through tailored training and diverse projects, all while utilising cutting-edge technology to enhance efficiency. Join us to be part of a distinguished team dedicated to safety and excellence in security management.
