Officer Security

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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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

Q What is the minimum hourly wage 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$26.40 as of 1 July 2026 for full-time employees working 38 ordinary hours per week. Casual employees receive a 25% loading on top of this rate. Overtime after 38 hours is paid at 150% of the base rate.
Q Can I work as a security guard on a Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) in Australia in 2026?
Yes, the Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) allows you to work in any job including security guard for up to 6 months with one employer as of 2026. You must meet health and character requirements and apply online via ImmiAccount with fees starting at AU$635. Security work requires a state-issued license separately.
Q What qualifications and experience are needed for security guard jobs in Australia?
You need at least CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations, which requires 100 hours of training, and no prior experience for entry-level roles as of 2026. A current first aid certificate (HLTAID011) is also mandatory in most states. Police clearance is required during licensing.
Q What documents are required to apply for a security guard license in Australia?
You must submit proof of identity (passport or birth certificate), completed training certificate (CPP20218), national police check, and proof of competency in English as of 2026. Application fees range from AU$100 to AU$400 depending on the state. Fingerprints may be required for the check costing AU$50.
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