Officer Security

Officer Security

Perth, Australia

Company
Gold Corporation - The Perth Mint
Location
Perth Airport, Western Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
Via
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs in Australia

Q What is the minimum hourly rate for security guard jobs in Australia in 2026?
Under the Security Services Industry Award 2020, the minimum hourly rate for a Grade 1 Security Officer is AU$27.65 as of 1 July 2026. Casual security guards receive an additional 25% casual loading, equating to AU$34.56 per hour. Full-time annual earnings start at AU$54,642 based on 38 ordinary hours per week.
Q What work visa do international applicants need for security guard jobs in Australia?
International applicants require a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) or Employer Sponsored visa (subclass 186) for security guard roles, with occupations listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List as of 2026. Student visa holders (subclass 500) can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during course sessions. Processing time is 2-4 months with fees starting at AU$1,455.
Q What qualifications and experience are required to become a security guard in Australia?
A CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations is required, consisting of 10 units completed within 12 months. No prior experience is needed for entry-level roles, but a current First Aid certificate (HLTAID011) must be held. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and pass a criminal background check.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a security guard license in Australia?
Submit proof of CPP20218 Certificate II completion, HLTAID011 First Aid certificate, National Police Certificate, proof of identity (passport or birth certificate), and photo as of 2026. Application fees are AU$90 in most states, processed within 30 days. Fingerprints are required for the check costing AU$42.
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