Coordinator, Precinct Security

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Permanent opportunity, full time hours (35 hours/week)
• Office location – The Rocks and Circular Quay, with hybrid working arrangements
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 + super

Join the team managing one of Sydney’s premier precincts! If you’re experienced in WHS, risk, and crowd management for large events, this dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to make your mark.


About us
Placemaking NSW is responsible for managing and caring for some of Sydney’s most iconic harbourside venues and locations, including The Rocks, Circular Quay, Barangaroo, Darling Harbour, Sydney Fish Markets Public Spaces and White Bay Power Station. We also lead the planning and delivery of the Bays West Urban Renewal Precinct, a state significant project that will bring new homes, jobs, and public spaces to 77 hectares of government-owned land just 2 kilometres from Sydney's CBD. 

The role
This role sits at the heart of keeping NSW’s iconic public places safe, compliant and welcoming. You’ll coordinate and oversee day‑to‑day security, safety and risk management activities across busy public domain precincts, working closely with internal teams, service providers and external agencies to support safe operations, events and activations.

You’ll be hands‑on — reviewing plans, monitoring compliance, responding to incidents and emerging risks, and making sure safety controls work in real‑world, high‑foot‑traffic environments. It’s a role that balances strong governance with practical problem‑solving, clear communication and calm decision‑making in dynamic public settings.


For more information read the full Role Description:  Coordinator Precinct Security


What you will bring to the role

• Experience working in public domain or similarly complex environments, such as public spaces, major events, transport precincts and crowded places
• Practical experience in security operations, WHS, risk, emergency and crowd management, including the review of safety, traffic and crowd management plans
• Strong understanding of legislative and compliance requirements, including WHS legislation, security and road-related regulations
• Confidence coordinating and engaging with diverse stakeholders such as tenants, visitors, businesses, landholders, service providers and government agencies
• Ability to identify and escalate non‑compliance, incidents and emerging risks, using data, reporting and sound judgement to support safer outcomes
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain requirements, provide feedback and build cooperation in fast‑paced, high‑visibility environments
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, managing multiple activities while maintaining consistent, accurate records and controls

What is an essential requirement:

•            Class 1 Security Operative Licence minimum

•            Qualifications in WHS or Risk Management and/or related field and/or relevant professional experience. 

•            A valid NSW Driver's license.

•            White Card and SafeWork NSW traffic control card

What’s in it for me?
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritize work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.


Join us
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11.55pm on Thursday 9^th April 2026.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jason Craig on 0413 304 660 or jason.craig@property.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.