Senior Security Coordinator

About this role

The Opportunity

Join Monash University as a Senior Security Coordinator and take on a key leadership role in safeguarding one of Australia's largest and most prestigious university communities. This is an opportunity to lead the delivery of physical security services across campus, manage complex incidents and major events, and influence strategic security initiatives that protect students, staff and visitors. Working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, you will partner with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, oversee security operations and contractors, and drive continuous improvements to security practices, procedures and campus safety.

If you thrive in a fast-paced operational environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional security outcomes, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

About You

• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, including criminal law, privacy, surveillance devices and occupational health and safety.
• Proven experience interpreting and developing policies, procedures and case management practices while providing expert advice to stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills within a security or law enforcement environment, with the ability to identify trends and emerging risks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, stakeholder engagement, negotiation and training delivery.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to lead, coach and coordinate teams to achieve operational objectives.
• Experience managing budgets, financial administration and reporting.
• High level computer literacy, including security systems, data analysis tools and the Microsoft Office Suite

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Learn more about Monash.

Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities -**#ChangeIt**with us.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Please include your up to date Resume and a Cover Letter outlining your suitability to role.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

*Enquiries:*Mr Chris Richardson, Group Manager Security, Community Safety and Security +61 3 9902 4260

*Position Description:*Senior Security Coordinator

*Applications Close:*Tuesday 18th August 2026, 11:55pm AEST

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