Illawarra Mercury
*Manager, Security
Illawarra MercuryAustralia3 days ago
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  • Permanent, full-time appointment
  • Level 8/9: $117,918 - $146,302 + 17% superannuation

About The University

The University of Wollongong (UOW) supports staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance through a range of initiatives including flexible work arrangements, 4 weeks annual leave per year, personal leave days plus additional leave over the Christmas/Ney Year break. We offer competitive salaries, access to generous superannuation and structured career progression.

About The Division

The Infrastructure and Property Division (IPD) is responsible for the strategic planning, development, and management of UOW’s physical assets across nine NSW campuses. The Division plays a vital role in delivering sustainable, safe, and innovative spaces that support the University’s teaching, research, and community engagement objectives.

About The Opportunity

The Manager, Security will lead the provision of security and parking enforcement across all UOW campuses. This role will oversee the development and implementation of security strategies, manage contracts and tenders, and liaise with emergency services and government agencies. You will also ensure access control is effectively managed and contribute to crisis planning and incident response.

This is a leadership role requiring high-level stakeholder engagement, contract management expertise, and a strong understanding of legislative frameworks relevant to security and safety in the education sector.

Key Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Oversee and manage security operations across all campuses
  • Develop and implement strategic security measures and awareness campaigns
  • Manage security and parking enforcement contracts, tenders, and performance
  • Liaise with emergency services and government agencies
  • Investigate incidents and prepare reports for senior leadership
  • Lead and supervise the Security Coordinator
  • Contribute to UOW’s Crisis Plan and WHS Framework

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Proven experience in corporate risk, security, or emergency services management within a complex, multi-site organisation
  • Strong knowledge of risk mitigation, emergency response, and threat management
  • Demonstrated ability to manage large operational contracts and lead teams
  • High-level communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience with access control, surveillance, and intrusion detection systems
  • A current NSW Security Licence (Classes 1AC) or willingness to obtain within 6 months
  • A valid Australian Driver Licence

This position is classified as child-related work and requires a Working with Children Check and a National Criminal History Check.

Position Description

How To Apply

To apply for this position, you are required to submit an up-to-date CV and a cover letter (no more than 4 pages) summarising your skills and ability as they relate to the selection criteria listed in the position description.

For further information about this role please contact Clatyton McDowell: ********@uow.edu.au

Closing Date: Friday 24 October 2025, 12.00 pm

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.
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