Manager, Security and Traffic

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About Griffith University
At Griffith University we believe in, strive for and celebrate the remarkable.

We are known for our high impact research, outstanding student experience, our commitment to social justice and our welcoming environment. We're proud of our remarkable achievements, of our people and their passion for making a positive difference. Together we contribute to the development of knowledge and learning in an attractive environment which values excellence, equity, diversity, and innovation.

The Security and Traffic Manager is a senior position within Campus Life, an element of the Corporate Services Division at Griffith University.

Campus Life incorporates a range of support units providing technical and strategic advice, and support & services across the University's 5 campuses encompassing: Facilities Management; Planning, Design and Construction and Campus Services.

The Security and Traffic Manager sits within the Facilities Management section, reporting to the Associate Director, Facilities Management. The Security and Traffic Manager has overall responsibility for the safety and security of the University's physical infrastructure, staff, students and visitors, and the management and regulation of parking on the University's campuses. We are seeking a highly experienced manager with an extensive background in security and parking who is capable of managing and working with am high performance team, delivering improvements and achieving high quality outcomes.

The opportunity
The Security & Traffic Manager position is a senior appointment involved in the Leadership, Planning, and Management within Campus Life. The role has responsibility for the Universality's full Security and Traffic management, including: physical and electronic security, management of security contractors; emergency services liaison, emergency response, engagement with other role related external agencies and parking operations.

The Security and Traffic Manager works under broad direction and is responsible for the management of, but not limited to:

• Developing strategy, planning and policy development for current and future security and parking operations.
• Development and procurement of security services and systems contracts inclusive of operational contract management.
• Security, Traffic and security systems installation, maintenance and management, including but not limited to: access control, intruder alarms, CCTV, parking meters and infringement applications.
• Oversight of effective parking operations (Opex and Capex), civil infrastructure planning, traffic management and regulation.
• Emergency response to physical emergencies on the University's campuses.

This is a continuing, full time position based at the Nathan campus.

About you
The university is seeking an exceptional individual with a tertiary qualification, or, at least 10 years experience working within a large multi-discipline multi-site security environment with an ability to analyse and think strategically within a demanding and complex setting.

A proven demonstrable ability to lead in key operational areas such as:

• Driving continual development and improvement and fostering best practice within a Security and Traffic Management arena.
• Maximising the use of technology, software and systems to drive simplification and efficiency in operational activities and service performance.
• Maximising added value though existing contracts by effective management of key contractors.
• Communication, problem solving and prioritisation within a team orientated environment.

The role will also require an individual with a high-level of experience in the use of an array of software and systems including Microsoft Office, Security and Access Control systems, CCTV and database programs.

Salary range
HEW Level 10: $116,202 per annum. Salary package including 17% employer superannuation contribution: $135,957 per annum.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• Statement addressing each of the selection criteria in the position description
• One page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role
• Current curriculum vitae/resume which should include:
  • Full name, address, telephone number and email address;
  • Details of education, professional training and qualifications;
  • Employment history, including present position;
  • Name and contact details of three referees.

Obtain the position description by clicking on the Apply button. You will be redirected to the Griffith University job search page where you will be able to access the position description.

Applicants for General Staff positions (non-academic) must have unrestricted work rights.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

What we offer
Working for one of the most influential universities in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, you will join a University that ranks among the top 3% worldwide and spans across five campuses in South East Queensland.

At Griffith, we've worked hard to create a culture that will challenge you to be curious, creative and courageous. We also support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).

Further information
For further information about this role, please contact Mr John Niven, Associate Director, Facilities Management on +61 (0) 7 3735 5494.

For application queries, please contact Ms Busra Sevimli, HR Officer on +61 (0) 7 3735 7359.

Closing date: Friday, 20 July 2018 at 5 pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

As the team experience high volumes of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a timely and fair process for all.

Please note: We do not accept unsolicited CV's from Recruitment agencies / third parties and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CV's sent directly to Line Managers.