School Security Advisor | 11mth Contract

• Initial contract from 03/08/2026 until 30/06/2027 paying approx. $550/day
• Brisbane CBD Location with 2 days per week WFH flexibility with regional overnight travel (25%)
• Provide operational and specialist security advice and support to schools.

Our client, Department of Education, are currently seeking a School Security Advisor for an initial contract until 30/07/2027.

As the School Security Advisor, you will provide operational and specialist advice and support to schools.

The role of the School Security Advisor includes, but is not limited to:

• Providing specialist/technical information and advice on security to schools.
• Promote best practice for security at schools, including department policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Monitor and investigate reported security incidents at schools to identify trends and communicate with schools to provide assistance in developing strategies to mitigate risk.
• Assist schools in the development and implementation of security related initiatives, policies, processes and systems for effective and efficient administration (including conducting on site visits to schools);
• Develop and implement security initiatives and strategies to assist schools with the operational management of facilities.
• Assist schools with the management of their electronic intruder detector (alarm) systems, key systems, and closed-circuit television (CCTV).
• Prepare and provide reports on a range of security related issues as required for reporting to the department Executive.
• Maintain applicable records of activity and communication with schools, referencing appropriate details of discussions, advice given and outcomes.
• Plan and prepare materials and deliver security training to schools through both school visits and workshops;
• Participate in the development of communication, promotional and informational material relating to the Division’s responsibilities.
• Regularly disseminate information to school principals on security initiatives.
• Liaise with partnership agencies including the Queensland Police Service to obtain technical advice and report data.
• Liaise with department and external stakeholders including (but not limited to) the Queensland Police Service, Local Council representatives and contractors.
• Assist in review of design plans for new and refurbished facilities at schools and providing feedback and advice on security installations.

Experience required

• The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience performing a similar role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Travel by way of Department owned vehicles and plane, including overnight absences, will be a requirement of this position.
• Applicants should hold a current valid Queensland Driver’s Licence;
• Successful applicant’s will be required to walk for moderate distances/time periods in external environments on uneven surfaces.
• The successful candidate will be required to apply for a Blue Card.

To submit your application, in strict confidence, please submit your resume in Word Format using the appropriate link quoting reference No. 250102. Should you require further information please email ***email_hidden***

Your interest will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

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Casual Loading

Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles.