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How to become a Security Officer

At G4S ANZ, you're not just joining a team; you're becoming part of the world's leading security solutions provider.

In Australia, all security officers are required to hold a valid security license specific to the state or territory in which they work. We understand that obtaining the necessary license can be a bit overwhelming, so we're here to help! We can provide detailed information about the licensing process for each state and territory.

In all jurisdictions you will be required to complete a Certificate II or Certificate III in Security Operations, and apply for a security license with the relevant state police force. Processing times can vary. 

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Victoria (Vic)

The first step is to to enrol into a Cert II in Security Operations which is normally a duration of 2-3 weeks depending on the provider.

Afterwards you will need to complete your application for your security licence (your education provider normally assists you with this during your Cert II) and then organise national police check, fingerprinting and 2 references as supportive documents for their application.

Once they have all documents you'll go to the post office to get your photo taken and payment of the security licence. You'll normally have a 3 month wait time with LRD processing.

Here is a link to the Victoria Police Private Security page which provides more information:  Victoria Police - Private Security

New South Wales (NSW)

The first step is to to enrol into a Cert II in Security Operations which is normally a duration of 2-3 weeks depending on the provider. Find out more about NSW security training requirements here:  NSW Security Training Requirements

Afterwards you will need to complete your application for your security licence (your education provider normally assists you with this during your Cert II) and then organise national police check, fingerprinting and 2 references as supportive documents for their application.

Once they have all documents you'll go to the post office to get your photo taken and payment of the security licence. You'll normally have a 3 month wait time with LRD processing.

Here is a link to the Victoria Police Private Security page which provides more information:  NSW Security Licenses

Western Australia (WA)

The Certificates II and III in Security Operations are offered at registered training organisations throughout Western Australia. Search on the My Skills website- external site or the Western Australian Police Licensing Services website- external site to find a registered provider near you. You can also undertake a traineeship in Security Operations (Level 3). The traineeship usually takes six months to complete.

To work as a security officer in Western Australia, you will need to obtain a relevant Security Officer and/or Crowd Controller Licence from Western Australia Police Licencing Services. A number of different licence types are available. Contact the WA Police Licensing Services for more information- external site.

You will also need to be at least 18 years old, hold a current Provide First Aid Certificate, and pass a Competency Test for Security Officers and Crowd Controllers. Contact the Security Agents Institute of Western Australia- external site for more information about this competency test.

https://www.police.wa.gov.au/About-Us/Our-Agency/Police-Licensing-Services/Security

Queensland (Qld)

The first step is to to enrol into a Cert II in Security Operations which is normally a duration of 2-3 weeks depending on the provider.

Afterwards you will need to complete your application for your security licence (your education provider normally assists you with this during your Cert II) and then organise national police check, fingerprinting and 2 references as supportive documents for their application.

Once they have all documents you'll go to the post office to get your photo taken and payment of the security licence. You'll normally have a 3 month wait time before receiving your license.

Here is a link to the South Australia Police Private Security page which provides more information: QLD Police - Security Licensing Information

 

South Australia (SA)

The first step is to to enrol into a Cert II in Security Operations which is normally a duration of 2-3 weeks depending on the provider.

Afterwards you will need to complete your application for your security licence (your education provider normally assists you with this during your Cert II) and then organise national police check, fingerprinting and 2 references as supportive documents for their application.

Once they have all documents you'll go to the post office to get your photo taken and payment of the security licence. You'll normally have a 3 month wait time before receiving your license.

Here is a link to the South Australia Police Private Security page which provides more information: SA Police - Security License Information

"After a month of obtaining my security licence I completed G4S training and was offered the role of Court Security Officer with G4S. 

Under the mentorship of then Hub Coordinator Ben, I quickly learned the ropes and was promoted to team leader within two years. During my time as a team leader, I had the opportunity to further develop my skills by assisting Hub Coordinator Cassidy. 

My hard work and dedication paid off when, just three months later, I was appointed as the Hub Coordinator for our Metropolitan area within Court Services Victoria (CSV)." 

- Travis, Hub Coordinator - Court Services Victoria
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