APS6 Site Security Observer

Job Description

Position: APS6 Site Security Observer

Location: Canberra, ACT

Start date: July 2026

Duration: Approx. 12 months with potential to extend

Pay rate: Rates negotiable dependent on skills and experience

Security requirements: Must hold minimum Negative Vetting 1 clearance at time of application

Overview

Our Federal Government client is seeking experienced APS6 Site Security Observers (SSOs) to support the delivery of construction security activities across security-sensitive facilities and infrastructure projects. Working as part of a Construction Security Team, the successful candidates will provide on-site security oversight and assurance throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring compliance with security requirements, construction security plans, and government protective security standards.

The Site Security Observer role supports the protection of personnel, information, and assets by monitoring construction activities, personnel, materials, and equipment within controlled environments. These positions offer an opportunity to contribute to nationally significant projects within a highly professional and security-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Observe personnel movements and activities within designated construction zones and controlled areas.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with approved Construction Security Plans (CSPs) and related security requirements.
• Conduct inspections and audits of materials, tools, and equipment entering and leaving the worksite.
• Identify, report, and assist in managing suspicious, prohibited, or non-compliant materials and activities.
• Operate and monitor site-based security systems including CCTV, alarms, and access control systems.
• Apply a risk-based approach to identifying, assessing, and escalating security incidents, risks, and non-compliance issues.
• Maintain accurate security records, logs, reports, and documentation to support assurance and audit requirements.
• Support security investigations and incident reporting activities as required.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-person operational team while adhering to established command and reporting structures.
• Promote compliance with security procedures and support the delivery of secure construction outcomes.

Experience/requirements

• Experience working within security, construction, facilities management, defence, law enforcement, military, or other security-sensitive environments.
• Experience working as part of a dynamic operational team in controlled or high-security environments.
• Strong observation, monitoring, and situational awareness capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate reports, records, and documentation.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements and site safety practices within active construction environments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of professionalism and discipline.
• Physically capable of standing for extended periods and lifting equipment up to 30kg.

Mandatory certifications

Prior to commencement, successful candidates must provide evidence of:

• Construction Induction Training (White Card)
• Working Safely at Heights
• Working in Confined Spaces
• Asbestos Awareness
• Prevent Crystalline Silica Exposure Training

Apply now or contact SOS Recruitment on 6260 8888 for a confidential discussion.

SOS Recruitment is committed to workplace diversity and equity in employment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, and individuals from diverse cultural, linguistic, religious and LGBTIQ backgrounds.