
Retail Security Officer
1w1 week agoCertis Australia
Darwin, AU · Full-time · A$55,000 – A$70,000
About this role
At Certis Security Australia, our mission is to make our world safer, smarter and better. As a Retail Security Officer, you’ll be the face of safety on-site—helping protect customers, staff, and assets in busy retail environments. Your visible presence and quick response will help prevent incidents, reduce risk, and create a safe and welcoming space for everyone.
This is a fast-paced, customer-facing role where no two shifts are the same. You’ll be working across retail sites providing a strong security presence, monitoring activity, and responding to incidents as they arise. You’ll combine strong situational awareness with great customer service—supporting both safety and a positive in-store experience.
Primary duties include conducting routine patrols and security checks, maintaining a visible security presence to deter theft and anti-social behaviour. Monitor CCTV and on-site activity, identifying and responding to risks. Respond to incidents and de-escalate conflicts professionally and safely while providing excellent customer service.
Join a high trust, clearance-based workforce operating in Australia’s most secure and sensitive environments. Access ongoing training, career pathways and professional development in a values driven organisation that prioritises integrity and accountability. Commitment to diversity and inclusion encourages applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and diverse backgrounds.
Requirements
- Must have Security Licence, Classification 1A (Unarmed Guarding)
- Valid First Aid Certificate (3 years validity) with current CPR Certificate (1 year validity)
- Ability to clear an Australian Police Check
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in busy retail environments
- Good observation skills and confidence to manage and de-escalate incidents
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine patrols and security checks
- Maintain a visible security presence to deter theft and anti-social behaviour
- Monitor CCTV and on-site activity, identifying and responding to risks
- Respond to incidents and de-escalate conflicts professionally and safely
- Provide excellent customer service while supporting store operations and safety
Benefits
- Work within Australia’s most secure and sensitive environments
- Be part of a high trust, clearance-based workforce
- Access ongoing training, career pathways and professional development
- Operate in a values driven organisation that prioritises integrity and accountability
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Employee benefits such as retail discounts, annual awards, regular employee engagement survey and a Reward & Recognition Framework
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