Veteran Employment Opportunity – Defence Security Officer

About the Company

As one of Australia’s leading security companies, MSS Security is built on teamwork, respect, and integrity. We provide long-term career paths, stability, and a workplace where your professionalism and dedication are genuinely valued. To find out more visit our website at www.msssecurity.com.au .

No current Security Licence or Defence clearance? That's okay — we'll help you get started.

Security Licence: Our Scholarship Program supports you to complete your Certificate II in Security Operations and obtain your licence.

Defence Clearance: MSS Security will fund your required Defence security clearance, subject to eligibility - Return of service applies.

Are you a current or former ADF member, or part of an ADF family?

MSS Security is looking for Security Officers to join our high-performing team at Defence bases. Put your skills to work protecting Defence personnel, assets and infrastructure. Your next role could be with us!

What we offer:

Rostered, ongoing work across Defence sites in QLD with supportive leadership and a high-performing team

Career development and progression opportunities within the Defence security environment

Training and development provided , including onsite training and state-of-the-art online learning modules

Uniform provided along with a range of employee benefits

Referral bonus — refer your mates and earn a reward when they join our team

Your duties may include:

Site Security & Patrols – Monitoring access points, conducting regular foot patrols and maintaining a strong security presence to protect personnel, assets and infrastructure.

Stakeholder Engagement – Liaising professionally with Defence personnel, contractors and visitors while supporting a safe and secure environment.

Incident Response & Emergency Management – Responding promptly and appropriately to alarms, emergencies, suspicious activity and security incidents.

Compliance & Reporting – Following Defence security procedures and site protocols while accurately documenting incidents, shift activities and observations.

Requirements:

Australian Citizen

Valid QLD Security Licence or be willing to obtain

Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain

Valid driver's licence

Availability to work a 24/7 rotating roster

Hold the required security clearance or be willing to obtain one

Ready to start your Defence security career? Apply today!

Master licence – 41299

How to apply

MSS Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions of each person We encourage and celebrate diversity.

We are proud to:

be certified by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency,

be a partner and supporter of Veterans employment and honoured to have an endorsed INNOVATE Reconciliation Action Plan.

Click APPLY to complete your application and you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your CV.

Thanks for taking the time to consider MSS as a future employer and we look forward to hearing from you .