• Newly created role to lead safety strategy across diverse community environments
• Collaborate with internal teams, emergency services & external partners
• Two Year Limited Tenure - flexible hours available, Narre Warren-based
• Band 7 salary range: $108,935k to $121,897 plus Super (subject to experience) and monthly RDO for full time 40-hour weeks
The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents who call Casey home.
Our workspace is located within Bunjil Place, a must-visit destination nestled within Narre Warren in Melbourne’s south east. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.
Our Benefits:
• Experience a flexible, supportive work environment with a strong culture of collaboration and growth.
• Access to diverse professional development opportunities.
• Conveniently located near Westfield shopping centre, with an adjacent gym/pool offering Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted memberships, and an onsite café.
• Work in a multi-award-winning, architecturally designed office with fully equipped kitchens, free coffee, community library on-site, free parking, and more.
We live our values of dreaming big, empowering each other, and making our community proud.
A bit about the role
As the Strategic Security & Safety Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering proactive security strategies that protect our staff, Councillors, and community. You’ll work closely with internal teams, emergency services, and contracted providers to ensure a consistent, high-quality approach to safety across libraries, youth centres, customer service counters, community hubs, Council meetings, and more.
What you’ll deliver
• Provide strategic oversight of safety and security operations across Council sites
• Deliver targeted training in conflict management, incident response, and emergency procedures
• Conduct security risk audits and support critical incident investigations
• Develop and implement proactive strategies to reduce physical and psychological risks
• Coordinate emergency and security responses with Victoria Police and other partners
• Oversee security technologies (CCTV, access control, duress alarms) and contractor performance
• Contribute to business continuity planning and after-hours response protocols
• Support People & Culture with safety planning for complex people matters
About You
You are a confident communicator and trusted advisor with a strong background in security and risk management. You thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about building a culture of safety and preparedness.
• Tertiary qualifications in Security, Risk, Emergency Management or related field (or equivalent experience)
• A current and valid Security Licence
• Demonstrated experience in multi-site security strategy and risk assessments
• Strong knowledge of OH&S legislation, privacy laws, and protective security frameworks
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A current Victorian Driver’s Licence, willing to undertake National Criminal History Check, and Working with Children Check
• A curious, collaborative, and inclusive community mindset.
What’s next?
If you think this role might be for you, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply by following the links and attaching a cover letter and resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.
To find out more about the role, please contact Katherine Lane - Team Leader Health Safety and Wellbeing, phone on 97055206 and/or klane@casey.vic.gov.au
Applications will be accepted until 11.55pm on Wednesday 28 May 2025.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
At the City of Casey, we are proud to be an inclusive, child safe, and equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.
We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9777 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au.
The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.
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