Campus Safety and Security Coordinator, Campus Operations
Ref: 4523/24
Position Type: Full-time, Ongoing position
Location: Based at Hawkesbury Campus
About Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence.
Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry. The University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at ‘World Standard’ or above. In 2022, 2023, and 2024 the University was placed 1st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings.
Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.
About the role
The Security Co-ordinator has responsibility for the delivery of operational safety & security services and initiatives for the Western Sydney University community across multiple campuses.
The position is responsible for supervising campus based contract security staff who perform security activities across a designated cluster of campuses. The Coordinator is also responsible for ensuring the correct flow of traffic, the application of Western Sydney University parking compliance policies, traffic related activities and ensuring overall safety & security across the campus community.
About You
The successful candidate will possess a combination of security training, including a current NSW 1A Security Licence as per the Security Industry Act 1997, and demonstrated experience in supervising security workers. They will hold a Certificate IV in Security and Risk Management or a related discipline, with significant experience leading a security or risk management team in a service delivery environment. The role requires the ability to be on-call for work outside ordinary hours and a thorough knowledge of relevant Acts of Parliament, such as the Crimes Act (NSW) 1900 and the Security Industry Act 1997. The candidate must be adept at preparing detailed and accurate reports on security, safety, and crime issues for the Security Operations Manager, meeting deadlines efficiently. They should have proven experience in supervising security staff and contractors, monitoring performance, and coordinating training programs. Additionally, the candidate will have experience in coordinating and implementing effective emergency management plans. Strong organisational and customer-focused skills, a sound understanding of safe working practices in the security industry, and well-developed communication, interpersonal, and computer skills are essential.
Culture
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.
What We Offer in Return
At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:
- 35 hour work week
- 17% super contributions
- fitness programs such as fitness passport, café and restaurant deals, and many other goods and services
Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Hawkesbury campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you!
Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application. Please review the position description for further information.
Remuneration Package:
HEW Level 7 $121,056 to $130,572 p.a. (comprising Salary of $102,294 to $110,335 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Position Enquiries:
Please contact Brett Gibson via email on b.gibson@westernsydney.edu.au.
Recruitment Enquiries:
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au
Closing Date:
8:30 pm on Thursday 14 November 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.
Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
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Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
If you require assistance in using the System, please email recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au or phone the Recruitment Helpline on (02) 9852 5422. Please note, we do not accept applications for roles to the recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au email.
