Overview
Senior Protective Services Officer Jobs in Cairns, Queensland, Australia at Queensland Police Service
Title: Senior Protective Services Officer
Company: Queensland Police Service
Location: Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Senior Protective Services Officers undertake duties at a range of State Government buildings, courthouses, and schools.
You will provide security services to Queensland Government infrastructure facilities to ensure the safety and security for the people of Queensland.
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.
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
Current First Aid Certificate
Current Open C Class Driver Licence
Other
Successful completion of the Protective Services Officers Course, to be facilitated by Protective Services Group, is a component of the selection process and a prerequisite for appointment to this position
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/630057/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 17th April 2025
Occupational group
Security
