Manager, Security and Emergency Management - Brisbane, Australia - Queensland University of Technology

Queensland University of Technology

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Brisbane, Australia

5 days ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

$138,282 to $154,66- Ongoing, full-time

Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

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Reference number: 24134:

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Term: Ongoing, full-time basis

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Remuneration: Total remuneration range: $163,646 to $183,034 pa (HEW10) (inclusive of $138,282 to $154,666 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
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Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
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Open to:Open to applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Manager, Security and Emergency Management to join Campus Services and Procurement, Administrative Division.

The Manager, Security and Emergency Management at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and protection of people and property across the university campuses.

As part of the Campus Services team, this position oversees best practice security services and emergency preparedness.

Reporting to the Director, Campus Services, the manager collaborates with senior university management, including the Vice-President (Administration) and the University Registrar.

Key responsibilities include maintaining relationships with state police and federal security agencies, developing security strategies, and supervising the security section.

The Manager, Security and Emergency Management is the internal safety and security consultant for the university. They lead efforts to minimize loss, enhance security, and create a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors.

By ensuring compliance with government and university policies, this role contributes to QUT's mission of providing transformative education and research relevant to our communities.

The manager's work directly impacts the university's ability to respond effectively to emergencies, manage incidents, and restore normalcy following adverse events.

Their commitment to safety and preparedness aligns with QUT's values of ambition, curiosity, inclusiveness, innovation, integrity, and academic freedom.

About us
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus.

We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

What you need to succeed
Education, training, and/or qualifications equivalent to postgraduate qualifications with extensive experience in a relevant area.

Proven extensive experience and record of achievement in the effective and efficient management of security operations and service providers, emergency/crisis management and risk assessment for a large organisation.

Extensive knowledge of contemporary security and emergency management strategies and technologies, specifically strategies to mitigate the University's security and public safety risks through the use of physical, technological and security services solutions.

Highly developed skills in risk analysis and management, intelligence gathering, security consulting services, security policy development and implementation.

Highly developed communication, influencing, negotiation and reporting skills to develop strong partnerships and a security awareness culture across the University community with internal stakeholders and external parties (including law enforcement, emergency services and intelligence agencies).

Evidence of advanced customer service, negotiation and conflict resolution skills in order to respond rapidly and effectively to emergency situations.

Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing physical security programs and projects.
Demonstrated effective leadership experience of large, devolved teams, including cultural transformation in a multi-agency environment.

Life at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose.

Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

A healthy worklife balance with a blend of oncampus and offcampus work arrangements for applicable positions.
Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation.
Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
Leave loading of 17.5%.
Purchased Leave Scheme up to 8 extra weeks.
Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and oncampus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and C