Protective Services Officer
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 4
- Major group
- Community and Personal Service Workers
Classification
- Major group
- 4Community and Personal Service Workers
- Sub-major group
- 45Protective Service and Security Workers
- Minor group
- 452Security Workers
- Unit group
- 4522Security Officers and Guards
Description
Maintains public order and enforces laws within designated locations, such as public transport infrastructure, government buildings, police stations, and large public venues and events.
Unit group
4522 · Security Officers and GuardsDescription
Provide security and investigative services to organisations and individuals.
Skill level
Occupation skill level 4
Australia
3; 4
Tasks
Tasks include
- Undertakes high visibility uniformed patrolling and guarding within designated locations
- Watches for antisocial behaviour, property damage, threats to public safety, and alcohol and transport-related offences within designated locations
- Conducts searches on people and vehicles, issues warnings and fines, and places people under arrest for suspected involvement in criminal activity within designated locations
- Maintains order at large public events and venues, such as sporting events or concerts, by enforcing laws and event rules and regulations, resolving minor conflicts, and preventing or dispersing antisocial behaviour
- Responds to and reports on incidents occurring within designated locations in accordance with police regulations and protocols, which may include the use of force, speaking with witnesses, and collecting data for evidence
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/4/45/452/4522
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx
The supplied migration lists use ANZSCO codes, not OSCA codes.