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Senior Protective Services Officer
Protective Services Group; Security Counterterrorism and Forensic Services Command; Specialist Operations; Rockhampton
Protective Services Group provides static and mobile security services to state government departments.
Our employees are highly motivated, professional members of the Queensland Police Service and provide a valuable service to community safety in State Government buildings and precincts.
You will be responsible for the security services delivered to one of those buildings or precincts in Brisbane for Protective Services Group.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Emergency & Protective Services |
| Classification | Not applicable |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/674458/25 |
| Closing date | 23-Jan-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Kyra Barretto |
| Contact details | Phone: 3051 8161 Access the National Relay Service |
Protective Services Group provides static and mobile security services to state government departments.
Our employees are highly motivated, professional members of the Queensland Police Service and provide a valuable service to community safety in State Government buildings and precincts.
You will be responsible for the security services delivered to one of those buildings or precincts in Brisbane for Protective Services Group.
Your Key Accountabilities:
The core capability requirements for this role are:
- Conduct observations of the interior and exterior of Government buildings and facilities, in addition to undertaking general inspection duties, mobile observation duties, contract staff supervision and other special duties related to the various work groups within Protective Services to ensure that a high level of security is maintained.
- Operate specialised security equipment and, when required, exercise the powers authorised under the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000.
- Provide back-up assistance to other Protective Services Officers, particularly in critical incident situations.
- Control the entering of personnel to, and parking of vehicles on, Government and designated property in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Detect and report fires and other building hazards and assist in the emergency evacuation of Government buildings.
- Undertake activities and responsibilities in accordance with various procedural and policy manuals and the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000 and other relevant legislation.
- Ensure the quality and appropriateness of all communications with clients and members of the public are maintained at a high standard.
- Provide supervision, training and support to other members of Protective Services Group.
Role Requirements:
Mandatory
- Successful applicants will undertake the Protective Services Officer Course, to be facilitated by Protective Services Group.
- Requires wearing of uniform
- Paid full rates for the duration of the course.
Qualification
- Current First Aid Medical Certificate
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/674458/25
Closing Date: Friday, 23rd January 2026
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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