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Senior Protective Services Officer (First Nations)


Operations; Protective Services Group; Security Counter-Terrorism & Forensic Services Command; Palm Island, Lockhart River, Yarrabah, Bamaga and Woorabinda

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. Our First Nations service delivery model is designed to provide protective services within several Aboriginal Shire Council Communities and has already been established in Palm Island, Lockhart River, Yarrabah, Bamaga and Woorabinda. This recruit process is for these communities.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Security
Classification OO3
Workplace Location Far North Qld,Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/695818/26
Closing date 04-Aug-2026
Job duration 12 months with possible extension
Contact person Deb Kelso
Contact details Phone: 3051 8000
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Targeted Vacancy

This is an identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an Identified position be filled by a First Nations person as permitted by and arguable under Section 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991). It is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. One of the referees should be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who can attest to the applicant's background, knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the cultural capabilities.

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, and other special duties related to the various work groups within Protective Services to ensure 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.
  • Ensure the quality and appropriateness of all communications with clients and members of the public are maintained at a high standard.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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