Employment Suitability Checks
Before you can sponsor or onboard security cleared personnel, you must first prove they are eligible and suitable. That’s where an Employment Suitability Check (ESC) is essential.
WorkSec delivers ESCs in line with the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and AS4811:2022 workforce screening standards, ensuring your people (whether destined for a clearance or not) meet the highest standards of integrity, eligibility, and suitability.
The Challenge: Risk Without Proper Screening
Too often, businesses treat background checks as a “tick-box” exercise. The result?
- Hiring Risk – Staff brought into sensitive roles without adequate checks.
- Contract Exposure – Defence and Government contracts mandate PSPF-aligned screening, and non-compliance can stall or sink tenders.
- Patchy Governance – Internal HR processes aren’t designed to detect conflicts of interest, digital footprint risks, or suitability concerns.
Whether you’re aiming for DISP membership, recruiting for Designated Security Assessed Positions (DSAPs), or simply ensuring internal staff are trustworthy, inadequate screening puts your organisation at risk.
Defence & Security Clearance Pathways
For DISP members (or businesses preparing to enter the Defence/Government supply chain) ESCs are a mandatory first step before a security clearance can be sponsored.
WorkSec ensures candidates are clearance-ready by screening in alignment with the Australian Standard for Workforce Screening (AS 4811:2022) as required by the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF). Standard pre-clearance checks include:
- Identity verification and 100-point checks.
- Resume and referee validation.
- National Criminal Record Checks.
- Residency and citizenship status.
- Digital footprint assessment (OSINT).
- Conflict of interest declarations.
This process ensures your applicants can move smoothly into the AGSVA myClearance system, with fewer delays and compliance risks.
If you’re looking to progress from ESCs into clearance sponsorship, see our Security Clearance Sponsorship services.
Corporate & Internal Workforce Screening
Not every business needs security clearances – but every business needs a Trusted Workforce.
WorkSec tailors ESCs for organisations who need to safeguard roles of trust, finance, governance, or IT, where reputational or compliance risks are high. Checks can be tailored to include:
- Bankruptcy and ASIC directorship searches.
- Verification of formal qualifications.
- Professional memberships.
- Enhanced referee checks.
This provides a scalable, risk-based, and fair screening process that strengthens integrity across your workforce.
If your organisation is managing compliance more broadly, consider our Security Officer as a Service (SOaaS) offering.
Benefits of a WorkSec ESC
Compliance confidence
Fully aligned with the PSPF & AS4811:2022.
Risk-based assurance
Screening depth calibrated to the role’s level of risk.
Tender readiness
Meet DISP and Defence contract requirements.
Reduced hiring risk
Stop unsuitable candidates before they enter your workforce.
Audit-ready documentation
Clear, accessible reporting for HR and compliance teams.
Why WorkSec
Why Choose WorkSec for Workforce Screening?
DISP Accredited Expertise
Our DISP accreditation in Governance & Personnel at Level 3 means your screening is conducted to the same standards Defence itself demands.
Fast, Seamless Turnaround
Most ESCs are completed in 5–7 business days, with a streamlined process that keeps applicants moving and avoids unnecessary delays.
Proven Track Record
We’ve successfully screened thousands of workforce members through our Trusted Workforce program, building confidence for clients of every size.
High Tech, High Touch
Automated workflows reduce manual errors, while our experienced Security Officers provide expert oversight and guidance.
Ready to Screen Smarter?
Whether you’re building a DISP-ready workforce or safeguarding your internal team, Employment Suitability Checks are the first step to trust and compliance.
WorkSec delivers fast, flexible, and PSPF-compliant screening, giving you confidence in every hire.
