Officer Security

Perth, Australia
Officer Security
Company
Gold Corporation - The Perth Mint
Location
Perth Airport, Western Australia, Australia
Job type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
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via LinkedIn
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Job description
🌍 Work with world-renowned products and services.🕒 15-month contract with flexible hours.💰 Competitive salary of $33.66 base, plus Super!About UsWelcome to The Perth Mint, where golden career opportunities await.The Perth Mint is an iconic Western Australian organisation operating on a truly global scale. Situated in East Perth for over 125 years, The Perth Mint is a premier tourist destination, an award-winning exporter, and a key supplier of precious metals to markets throughout the world. Our purpose is ‘to bring the wonder of precious metals to the world’.There’s no organisation quite like it, with a variety of roles available, from engineers and chemists to artists and technicians.The OpportunityWe’re currently seeking a switched on, dependable individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe and secure environment. This is a 15-month full-time maximum term role, based at our Refinery site, where you’ll play a key part in ensuring the safety of both people and operations.In this role, you’ll be comfortable working behind the scenes - monitoring site activity, managing access, and responding when something needs attention. From overseeing security systems to assisting during incidents or emergencies, your work will help keep the site running smoothly.No two days are the same. While some shifts may be steady, others will require quick thinking and adaptability. If you’re someone who enjoys being trusted to get on with the job, values working as part of a close knit team, and takes pride in doing things properly, this could be a great fit.About YouYou’ve got Level 2 security experience, that’s a must, and you’re confident handling access control, CCTV, and keeping an eye on what’s happening across a busy site. You also hold a Senior First Aid certificate.You’re calm under pressure, good with people, and not afraid to speak up when something doesn’t look right. You’re the kind of person who notices the little things, follows through, and keeps things moving without making a fuss.You take safety seriously - not just your own, but everyone’s. You understand the importance of confidentiality, and you’re mindful of the environment too. Whether it’s helping a teammate, reporting an incident, or just being a steady presence on site, you’re someone others can count on.Our BenefitsCompetitive salaries and employee discountsOpportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employerTraining and development opportunitiesOpportunities to be part of our wide and active range of Employee Resourcing Groups: Reconciliation, Gender, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), Disability, Mental Health and Neurodiversity, and Perth Mint with PrideCharity and volunteer initiativesHealth and wellness programs, including an Employee Assistance Program, ongoing wellbeing initiatives, and workplace community building spacesOur full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on the WORK180 websiteIt’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right, no matter your background or personal circumstances – please submit your application.Applications close on 28 April 2026. The Perth Mint reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.Candidates must have the right to work in Australia and pass our national security check.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in Australia

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What is the minimum hourly rate for entry-level security guards in Australia in 2026?
Under the Security Services Industry Award 2020, the minimum hourly rate for a Grade 1 Security Officer is AU$27.85 as of 1 July 2026. Full-time workers at 38 ordinary hours per week earn AU$57,920 annually before tax. Casual employees receive a 25% loading on top of this rate.
Source: Fair Work Ombudsman
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Can international students work as security guards in Australia on a Student visa subclass 500?
Student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods and unlimited hours during course breaks as of 2026. Security guard roles qualify if the employer sponsors under the award conditions. A security license is still required, which involves a police check valid for international applicants.
Source: Department of Home Affairs
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What qualifications do I need with no experience to become a security guard in Australia?
A CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations (minimum 140 hours training) is required nationwide, plus a Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) certification. No prior experience is needed for entry-level roles, but a clean national police check is mandatory. States require completion within 28 days of starting work.
Source: Fair Work Ombudsman
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What documents are needed to apply for a security guard license in New South Wales?
Applicants must submit proof of identity (100 points), a completed training certificate (CPP20218), a national police certificate less than 1 year old, and a passport photo as of 2026. The application fee is AU$70 for a 1-year license or AU$260 for 5 years. Processing takes up to 6 weeks.
Source: NSW Fair Trading