Manager, Security
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Job Location:
Wollongong - Australia
Monthly Salary:
$ 117918 - 146302
Posted on:
15-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Permanent full-time appointment
- Level 8/9: $117918 - $% 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 UOWs physical assets across nine NSW campuses. The Division plays a vital role in delivering sustainable safe and innovative spaces that support the Universitys teaching research and community engagement objectives.
About the Opportunity
The ManagerSecurity 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 UOWs Crisis Plan and WHS Framework
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A Bachelors 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.
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:
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 peoples 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- IDS
- FedRAMP
- ICD Coding
- Military Experience
- PCI
- Business Management
- Conflict Management
- NIST Standards
- Security
- Information Security
- Encryption
About Company
The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception. Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusi ... View more
