Title:  Security Control Room Lead

•    Proactively safeguard critical infrastructure in this pivotal leadership role
•    Champion next-level security solutions powering Australia’s clean energy future
•    Join a flexible, collaborative, and inclusive work environment

When you choose AusNet, you’ll join genuine people working together, making Real. Progress
At AusNet, we’re the link between renewable energy sources and local communities, playing a key role in the clean energy transition and providing essential energy to every Victorian family.

Help us lead the way, while enriching your career with real people who encourage you to bring your best and make real impact – for your career, our communities, and Australia’s cleaner energy future. 

Purposeful work with genuinely good people. That’s refreshing. 
We have an opportunity for a Security Control Room Lead to oversee all aspects of Control Room operations, ensuring AusNet’s critical infrastructure is secure and compliant with the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018. You’ll lead contracted operators, coordinate responses to security incidents, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to embed a security-first culture

This role offers flexible hybrid working, based in Flinders Street, Melbourne, as part of the Protective Security Team

This role will deliver real outcomes, including but not limited to:
•    Managing 24/7 operations to monitor AusNet sites and ensure a timely incident response
•    Leading contracted operators, building a culture of excellence, diversity, and inclusion
•    Driving operational threat analysis and reporting to inform strategic security decisions
•    Developing and maintaining comprehensive processes and procedures
•    Conducting regular audits and assessments to ensure ongoing compliance.
•    Evaluating and recommending advanced surveillance technologies to enhance security operations.
•    Promoting security awareness and fostering collaboration across all levels of the organisation

You don’t need to check every box; however, we are looking for a good combination of:
•    A relevant qualification (e.g., Certificate IV in Security Management) or equivalent experience
•    Proven leadership skills with experience managing operational or contracted teams in high-pressure environments
•    Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Private Security Act 2004, Surveillance Devices Act 1999, and Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014
•    Strong problem-solving abilities with a strategic approach to addressing security challenges
•    A proactive mindset with a track record of implementing initiatives to improve security culture and performance
•    Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build strong stakeholder relationships
•    First Aid certification and the ability to pass a critical infrastructure background check

A real place to belong 

We celebrate unique voices, refreshing perspectives and diversity in our team. Engage and connect through our social club, family day, wide range of events or by joining one of our Employee Network Groups.   

We believe in more than just competitive pay. Here’s what sets us apart:
·    Flexibility: whether this is hybrid work, flexible hours, or part time arrangements, we’ll work with you to help balance work and life. 
·    Leave: more than typical personal leave and a generous 14 weeks of paid parental leave, with no minimum service.
·    Community giving: a paid day to volunteer with our social impact partner, Foodbank, or for a cause that matters to you.
·    Perks: we offer all the other perks you’ve come to expect like purchased leave, income protection insurance, novated leasing, corporate discounts, private health cover discounts and more.

As an industry in transformation, we’re excited by the possibilities ahead.
So, if you’re passionate about our purpose and committed to making real progress, bring your energy and join AusNet. Together, we can shape a new way forward