Papua New Guinea: Security Guard (Port Moresby Temple)

Papua New Guinea: Security Guard (Port Moresby Temple)

Papua New Guinea

On-site

To meet the needs of the Church, we seek to build teams that represent the diverse perspectives, broad life experiences and backgrounds of our global Church membership. With that in mind, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Job Description

The Special Projects Department (SPD) is seeking a dedicated Security Guard to help protect Church properties, employees, visitors, and guests. This role provides security coverage to safeguard facilities from fire, theft, vandalism, trespassing, and unauthorized entry, while also delivering first aid assistance and responding appropriately to emergencies and security-related incidents. The successful candidate will exercise sound judgment, provide excellent customer service, and contribute to a safe and welcoming environment to temple patrons. This is a permanent full-time position reporting to the Temple Security Supervisor. We welcome applications from qualified women and men who meet the requirements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols and inspections of Church buildings and grounds during assigned shifts
• Check doors, windows, gates, and other access points to ensure facilities remain secure
• Identify and report security risks, safety hazards, and potential unauthorized entry points
• Provide assistance, information, and directions to employees, visitors, and guests
• Respond appropriately to security incidents, disturbances, threats, and emergencies, including liaising with emergency services when required
• Render first aid assistance and coordinate medical response services as needed
• Complete security reports and maintain accurate records of incidents and unusual events
• Participate in ongoing security training to develop knowledge, skills, and security awareness
• Work flexible shifts and be available to assist during emergency situations when required

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or equivalent security training is preferred

• Basic reading, writing, and verbal communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to exercise tact in a variety of situations

• 2 to 3 years of security, law enforcement, military, or related experience

• Ability to successfully complete required security certifications and training, including CPR, First Aid, and Basic Security Procedures, within the required timeframe and maintain annual recertification

• Ability to identify and respond appropriately to security and safety concerns

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make effective decisions under pressure

• Ability to communicate directions clearly and work effectively with others

• Experience using security systems, electronic reporting tools, and proficiency with standard computer applications

• Proof of legal right to work in Papua New Guinea

• A police background check may be required

• Job Identification

• 377288

• Job Category

• SC - Security

• Posting Date

• 10/08/2026, 12:04 AM

• Locations

• Pascall Ave., Port Moresby, PG

• (On-site)

• Apply Before

• 10/23/2026, 02:00 AM

• Job Schedule

• Full time

• Regular or Temporary

• Regular

• Worker Type

• Employee

• Number of Openings

• 1

• PostingNotice/MoreInfo

• Please note that this job posting may close at any time without prior notice. Find out more about the many benefits of Church Employment at https://careers.churchofjesuschrist.org.