Security-Officers for hire in Melbourne, Victoria

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  • Most popular skills

    Customer Service11%
    Security11%
    Management7%
  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training49%
    Bachelor's degree20%
    Master's degree17%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years30%
    More than 10 years30%
    1-2 years20%
  • Current company

    MSS Security
    Wilson Security
    Allied Security
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years60%
    Less than a year40%

Browse Indeed's database of 728 profiles for Security-Officers in Melbourne, Victoria

Last updated: 12 Oct 2026

Security Officer: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Melbourne, Victoria: $111,110 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $68,211 – $180,988 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Security Officer – Control Room & Static Security

    Melbourne, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationRSAHR LicenceSecurity Licence

    Skills

    SecurityCCTVManagementCustomer ServiceCommunication SkillsLeadership
  • LOSS PREVENTION SPECIALIST

    Melbourne, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid Certification

    Skills

    SecurityCCTVRetail SalesLeadershipTravel ArrangementsTravel Scheduling
  • Armed Guard Security Officer

    Glenroy, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IIFirst Aid CertificationCertificate III in Security OperationsCertificate IIICertificate II in Security Operations

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer CommunicationCustomer ServiceBusiness EtiquetteRespectful Communication
  • Security Officer

    Preston, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver Licence – VictoriaFull Driver LicenceDriver Licence – VictoriaFirst Aid CertificationSecurity Licence

    Skills

    Time ManagementCustomer CommunicationCustomer ServicePhysical Access ControlPatrollingIncident Response
  • Security Officer (Casual)

    Footscray, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver Licence – VictoriaDriver Licence – VictoriaCertificate IIFirst Aid CertificationWorking with Children CheckResponsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) – Victoria+4 more

    Skills

    Physical Security Incident ResponseVenue Security ManagementEvent Venue ExperienceMultilingualCustomer ServiceCrowd Incident Management
  • Security Officer

    Melbourne, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IVSecurity Licence

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsTypingVulnerability AssessmentCustomer ServiceDrivingFood Preparation

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What's the average time to fill a security officer role?

The average time to fill a security officer role is 49 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do security-officers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a security officer include: customer service, security and management.

What licenses or certifications are common for security-officers?

Common licenses or certifications for security-officers include: First Aid Certification, Driver Licence – Victoria and Driver Licence.

What are some job titles related to security-officers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security-officers include: security officer (casual), LOSS PREVENTION SPECIALIST and armed guard security officer.

What level of education is common for a security officer?

Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for a security officer in Melbourne, Victoria, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a security officer?

Most security-officers have 9 years of professional experience.

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