You will require this licence if you intend to act as a security officer. A security officer is someone who is paid to watch, guard or protect any property and sometimes is referred to as a security guard or loss prevention officer.

Please note that a separate approval is required if you intend to carry firearms or batons.

You may not require this licence if you are employed by one employer only (who is not a security agent) to watch or guard their property without the use of weapons.

If you are an interstate visitor and hold an equivalent licence in your home state or territory, you may be able to apply for a temporary licence of up to one year. Please consult the Contact Officer for more information.

To be eligible for this licence you must:

• be over the age of 18 years
• provide two personal character references
• be deemed to be a fit and proper person of good character
• possess a current first aid certificate
• have evidence of your completion of a Certificate 2 in Security Operations with an approved training provider
• agree to the Security Industry Code of Conduct
• have successfully completed a written examination based on the content of your training course
• complete the required forms
• pay the prescribed fees.

You may be required to give your fingerprints and palm prints. If you have not been a resident of Australia for the last five years you will require an Overseas Police Clearance.

Please consult the Contact Officer for more information regarding eligibility requirements.

• Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1996
• Security and Related Activities (Control) Regulations 1997