• Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds Campus
• Full time and fixed term until end of January 2027
• HEW 4 $76,967 - $81,585 + 17% Superannuation

Benefits for working with us!

At Deakin, we offer more than just a job — we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow — whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.

About the role

The Campus Emergency Warden is critical in the protection of the safety of students and personnel on campus. The role has responsibility for training new and existing guards, officers and wardens on emergency procedures and other relevant operating systems, such as fire panels, Emergency Warning and Intercommunication Systems (EWIS), hoist bollards, and parking duties. The Campus Emergency Warden patrols campus on a frequent basis, creating relationships and supporting campus operations while providing a friendly security presence. 

As a Campus Emergency Warden, you will:

• Lead and respond to emergency, evacuation, and medical incidents, ensuring the safe evacuation of campus occupants.
• Conduct and participate in emergency drills, and perform Control Room and Security duties as required.
• Liaise professionally with support teams, wardens, security, students, and staff during incidents and daily operations.
• Audit and maintain emergency equipment, carry out regular safety checks, and report maintenance and WHS concerns.
• Deliver high-quality customer service, follow health and safety requirements, provide basic advice and referrals, and model professional and ethical behaviour.                                                      

To be successful, you’ll have:

• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Hold a current Victorian Private Security Licence and hold (or have the ability to obtain) a Control Room Operator accreditation.
• Advanced First Aid and Mental Health Training.
• Ability to undertake Chief Warden Training.
• Ability to de-escalate volatile situations.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.

Here's how to apply: 

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience by clicking the ‘Apply’ button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Michael Gillard (Senior Coordinator, Security Operations) on michael.gillard@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Campus Emergency Warden.pdf

Applications for this position close on Sunday, 15 March 2026 at 11:55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. 

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.