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A Security Guard looks after the safety of people, property or valuable items. You might be assigned to stand guard at an area where there are security concerns or you might keep watch over a large group of people to manage crowd behaviour. Security Guards may patrol unattended areas at night to check everything is in order or you might travel with an important person or an item of high value to ensure they are safe.
A Security Guard needs to be fit and able to keep up with the physical demands of the job. You’ll need to have excellent situational awareness and be able to focus for long periods of time. Security Guards should be good communicators and able to negotiate conflict or challenging behaviours during their work.
There are 11 courses available for people who want to become a Security Guard. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
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Become a licensed security guard (unarmed) with the Certificate II in Security Operations (CPP20218). You will learn how to provide security services for a range of clients while protecting yourself, patrons, and the general public. The course covers: first aid, basic self defence, screening people and personal effects, conducting patrols, crowd control, managing intoxicated people, removing persons from premises. Enquire now for enrolment opportunities in your state or territory..
Average duration: 3 weeks.
The nationally recognised CPPSS00063 Firearms Skill Set is for licensed security guards who need a certification to use and carry firearms. This hands-on training course will teach you how to carry, operate and maintain firearms for security purposes, and deal with a range of security threats. The course covers: discharging a firearm in response to a life-threatening situation, using protective equipment and communications, firearm control and tactical positioning, shooting accuracy and consistency, unloading and storage. There is also scope to work with revolvers, semi-automatic pistols, and shotguns Enquire now for the full list of study units, details of the firearms training course approved in your state (or territory), and the next available entry dates..
Average duration: 7 days.
Get a job as a cash-in-transit guard with the CPPSS00061 Cash-in-Transit Skill Set. This nationally recognised training course is for licensed security guards who need their certification to collect, transfer, and deliver cash and valuables. The course covers: working in secured and unsecured environments, inspecting and testing security equipment, rectifying equipment faults, identifying hazards and threats to security, loading and unloading cash, monitoring loading area and maintaining situational awareness, completing appropriate transfer documents and compliance records. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates. PLEASE NOTE: this skillset can be completed as a standalone course or as part of the CPP31318 Certificate III in Security Operations. Contact your course provider before enrolment if you are wanting to upgrade to a full qualification..
Are you a licensed security guard and need specialist skills in control room operations? The CPPSS00062 Control Room Operations Skill Set will teach you how to oversee a control room, monitoring security operations and coordinating field responses. The course covers: operating security systems and equipment, ensuring accurate information exchange with companion monitoring systems, deploying field staff in response to alarms and incidents, conducting systematic checks, carrying out shift-change procedures, completing appropriate documentation, protecting data and workplace records. Enquire now for entry requirements, security guard career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 5 days.
The CPP31318 Certificate III in Security Operations is for licensed security guards and crowd controllers who need specialist skills in cash-in-transit or the use of weapons and restraints. You’ll improve your leadership, conflict management and negotiation skills and choose electives that support additional licensing requirements (firearms, batons and handcuffs, canine, cash-in-transit, or control room operations). Enquire now for the full list of specialisation units and entry requirements..
In Australia, a full time Security Guard generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working as a Security Guard has increased slightly over the last five years. There are currently 39,900 people working in this role in Australia. Security Guards may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re thinking of becoming a Security Guard, you could enrol in a Certificate II in Security Operations. This qualification will prepare you to provide security services in a range of industries and explore topics such as conducting patrols, crowd control and dealing with intoxicated people. You could also consider a Certificate III in Security Operations or a Certificate II in Transport Security Protection.
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Here are some potential career pathways within border security & customs and security. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Border Security & Customs
CCTV Operator
$1,050 weekly pay
Security Dog Handler
$1,250 weekly pay
Security Guard
Security Officer
Biosecurity Officer
$1,150 weekly pay
Customs and Border Protection Officer
Intelligence Analyst
Intelligence Officer
Security Consultant
$1,450 weekly pay
Customs Broker
$1,730 weekly pay
Security Manager
$1,550 weekly pay
Security
Bodyguard
Crowd Controller
Security System Installer
$960 weekly pay
Investigator
$1,300 weekly pay
Private Investigator
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