Shift Supervisor

Job Reference: 1670362

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Shift Supervisor to lead frontline Safer Community operations and support the safety, wellbeing and security of the Curtin community.

About the role:

As a Shift Supervisor, you will provide leadership and direction to a team of Safer Community Officers while overseeing day-to-day operations across campus. You will coordinate responses to safety, security and wellbeing incidents, support emergency management activities, and ensure a high standard of customer service and operational delivery.

This role combines traditional security leadership responsibilities with a strong people-focused and wellbeing-centred approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise and support a team of Safer Community Officers during rostered shifts
• Conduct shift briefings and coordinate the deployment of staff across campus
• Oversee the Communications Centre, including monitoring CCTV, access control, fire alarm and communication systems
• Coordinate responses to safety, security and wellbeing incidents
• Provide leadership and direction during emergency and critical incidents
• Ensure appropriate escalation and notification processes are implemented
• Liaise with emergency services and relevant University stakeholders
• Review, prepare and maintain accurate incident reports and operational records
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational development

Who we are looking for: -

• Completion of a Certificate level IV or higher in security operations by a recognised security training company and extensive relevant experience. 
• Demonstrated experience leading or supervising staff
• Experience coordinating responses to incidents and emergencies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership, coaching and team development abilities
• Advanced conflict resolution and crisis management skills
• Strong report writing and administrative skills

Understanding of wellbeing support, crisis intervention or trauma-informed practices is highly regarded

Role Requirements:

1. WA Drivers Licence
2. Current Senior First Aid Certificate
3. Mental Health First Aid Certificate (desirable)
4. Shift roster incorporates a combination of day, afternoon and night shifts
5. As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered 
6. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.  

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This fixed term position attracts a salary package of $85,781 - $93,836 per annum (G05) plus 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join us!

Please click APPLY NOW ensuring you attach the following documents: 

1. Cover letter outlining your skills, knowledge, and experience, including details of any previous control room experience relevant to the position.
2. Resume

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on *************@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 90***(option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 9.00pm (AWST), 6 September 2026

Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.