Tasmanian Protection Unit

In security, the job isn’t just about standing a post or wearing a uniform.
It’s about the people beside you.

The relationships you build on the job become a defining part of it. Long nights, high-pressure situations, backing each other when things go sideways — that’s what sticks. That’s what builds real teams.

At Tasmanian Protection Unit, we don’t just put people on shifts. We build crews that trust each other, communicate properly, and show up for one another every time.

If you’re the type to stand back, not pull your weight, or not back your team — this probably isn’t the place for you. And that’s fine. There’s plenty of other companies out there.

But if you take pride in what you do, respect your team, and understand that this job is bigger than just you — you’ll fit right in.

We back our own. Always.

The Industry Has a Standard Problem.

Too many guards are being thrown onto sites and told to “figure it out.”
That’s not training—that’s risk.
Security isn’t about reacting.
It’s about reading situations early and controlling them before they turn.
You can always tell who’s been shown properly.
They’re calm, clear, and don’t need to prove anything.
They handle people right and step in only when it’s actually needed.
That doesn’t come from a handbook.
It comes from experience being passed on.
If you’ve been around a while, it’s on you to lift the people beside you.
Set the tone. Show them how it’s done.
Because this industry doesn’t need more bodies—
it needs more professionals.
At Tasmanian Protection Unit, that’s exactly what we focus on.
We invest in our guards, back them properly, and make sure they’re ready.
Because to us, our guards matter—and the standard matters.

We’re looking for a few good casual security staff to jump on board with Tasmanian Protection Unit.

There’s ongoing work across pubs and clubs in both Hobart and Launceston, along with some casual retail security shifts.

We’re after people who are reliable, present well, and can handle themselves properly on site — good with customers but firm when it matters.

If you’re keen, send us a message on the page with your current security licence, WWVP and your resume.

Proudly Supporting Local Players From This Great Club! They also happen to be having a recruitment drive so any men, women or juniors wanting to play rugby- send them a message! Have a great season Roosters!