About us
Geelong Arts Centre is one of eleven Victorian State Government owned creative organisations under the umbrella of Creative Victoria. Since opening in 1981, Geelong Arts Centre has made significant artistic and cultural contributions to Geelong and the surrounding regions.
Geelong Arts Centre is currently undergoing a period of exciting and dynamic change. To meet the cultural needs of a growing population and help secure Geelong’s position as a global city, the Victorian State Government, through Creative Victoria, has committed funding for three stages of capital development. Stage One - the refurbishment of The Playhouse Theatre was completed in 2010. Stage Two - the Ryrie Street Redevelopment ($38.5m) was completed November 2019 and opened to the public on 7th November 2019. Stage Three - The Little Malop Street Redevelopment ($140m) commenced in 2019 and is planned for completion in 2023. This investment will result in a world-class arts facility becoming the cultural heart of Geelong and the G21 region.
Led by a dynamic CEO and Leadership Team, your contribution and expertise will be highly valued. We offer a great working environment in the creative heart of Geelong, working alongside passionate people who are committed to community and the Arts.
About the role
This is a unique opportunity to join the Geelong Arts Centre team in the role of Security Events Officer. Reporting to the Presentation Coordinator, Soft Services the Security Events Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, patrons and hirers.
You will work in a fast-paced environment that offers the opportunity to utilise your experience in security and contribute positively to the safety and security of assets, customers, and staff in Centre. As Security Event Officer you will be responsible to monitor the day-to-day security operations and delivering customer service of the highest quality through your proactive, professional, and sound approach.
The role is a mix of managing emergency management procedure, loading dock duties, security patrols, record keeping, access control, CCTV monitoring, and assisting the Facilities management team. This is a people-facing role where the use of technology is key - so we are looking for someone with previous corporate security experience, strong verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving abilities, neat and tidy personal presentation, and exemplary customer service skills.
Essential qualifications and experience
To be successful in this position, you will have:
• A current Victorian Security License together with relevant experience
• Certificate II in Security Operations or equivalent
• Enjoy working with people (customer centric approach)
• Flexibility (events are dynamic) and availability (events are held during the day, evenings and weekends)
• Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Desirable qualifications and experience
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Proven experience in conflict resolution.
• Show initiative, be proactive, whilst maintaining discretion and confidentiality
Other requirements
• Flexibility in working hours to support daytime, evening, and some weekend work will be required as part of the normal hours of duty for this position.
• The following checks, licences and certifications are required for this role:
o Working with Children’s Check (employee)
o Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate
o Victorian Security Licence
The employee must provide evidence that they hold current certifications prior to commencing employment with Geelong Arts Centre. The employee must maintain currency of these checks, licences and certifications for the duration of their employment with Geelong Arts Centre.
This position has been identified as being responsible for supporting the Centre's first aid arrangements, including as a first responder and in accordance with the Centre's First Aid Management policy. This will include satisfactory completion of the following certifications which will be arranged by the Centre.
o HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
o Mental Health First Aid
Position Description
Geelong Arts Centre Enterprise Agreement
Applications close Midnight Tuesday 2 June 2026
Sound like you? Then we want to hear from you!
To apply for this opportunity please click the Apply Now button and provide a cover letter including your ability to meet the key requirements outlined in the position description, and a current CV.
Applicants will be required to undergo police and identity screening. First round interviews will be conducted either face-to-face or online. Geelong Arts Centre is an equal opportunity employer and values the contribution that diversity brings to the workplace.
Geelong Arts Centre is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of all children that interact with our organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse.
Geelong Arts Centre encourages and welcomes applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders People.
Applications are open to those with full-working rights in Australia.