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Principal Officer – Security Operations Jobs in Ipswich, Queensland, Australia at Ipswich City Council
Title: Principal Officer – Security Operations
Company: Ipswich City Council
Location: Ipswich, Queensland, Australia
About The Role
As Principal Officer – Security Operations you will be part of the Safe City and Asset Protection team and responsible for ensuring the safety and security of council employees, guests and assets as well as council’s public safety and crime prevention initiatives. Your main focus will be on providing day to day leadership across the Safe City monitoring facility and corporate security operations, ensuring effective incident response, staff coordination and operational continuity.
You will have the opportunity to support and guide a group of skilled professionals, fostering collaboration and accountability while maintaining high service standards.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Support the management and maintenance of electronic security equipment
- Support the management and maintenance of fire safety planning frameworks
- Contribute to the development and implementation of operational procedures, reporting tools, and process improvements
- Provide strong leadership and operational support to your team
- Coordinate with contractors and key stakeholders responsible for delivering security services, fire safety maintenance, training, and related programs
- Support the coordination and planning of security operations, including control room functions, mobile and foot patrols, alarm response protocols, access control systems, and keying infrastructure
- Support the development and achievement of service plans and performance targets, project delivery and budget management
- Participate in an on-call roster to provide after-hours support for security and asset protection services as required
View the position description for more details about the role.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications combined with demonstrated management experience and in building, managing and developing high performing teams
- Successful experience in security operations, safety or facilities management
- Demonstrated capability in project management – including budget and resource management
- Current Qld C class drivers’ licence
- Current Queensland Security Licence (Unarmed), or the ability to obtain within 3 months of employment
- Current National Criminal History check clearance (If no current security licence is held)
- Fire Safety Advisor accreditation (desirable)
About The Benefits
This is a permanent full time position with a salary commencing at $126,481 plus 12.5% superannuation.
- Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more
About Us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Join us
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 14 July 2026
Please direct any related questions to [email protected].
Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
