Security Officer

Ensuring Safety. Supporting Care. Protecting Our Community.


Remuneration: $31.86 Per Hour + 12% Super 
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Security Officer
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ651519
Applications Close: Monday 20th April 2026
Master Licence Number: 407686382

 

About the Role:

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a motivated and professional Security Officer to join the team at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital (TRRH). In this role, you will provide a prompt and efficient security service across hospital buildings and grounds, supporting the safety and wellbeing of staff, patients and visitors.
You will be responsible for maintaining a secure environment by monitoring access points, responding to security incidents and emergencies, conducting routine patrols and assisting clinical staff during challenging situations. The role requires strong communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
This position works across a 24/7 rotating roster and may require flexibility to work across multiple Hunter New England Health sites if required.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide professional security services across hospital buildings and grounds
• Monitor and control access to hospital facilities
• Conduct routine patrols to identify and respond to safety and security risks
• Respond to alarms, incidents and emergency situations
• Assist clinical staff with aggressive or escalating behaviours (Code Black)
• Operate and monitor security systems including CCTV and alarms
• Complete incident reports and maintain accurate documentation
• Liaise with hospital staff, management and emergency services

About You
We are looking for individuals who:

• Hold a current NSW 1A Security Licence and Current First Aid Certificate
• Have experience in the security industry, preferably within healthcare or public service environments
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Have the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Possess sound conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
• Are able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Have basic computer skills for incident reporting systems
• Hold a current NSW Driver Licence and are willing to travel between sites if required

Where you’ll be working: 
Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital is the largest hospital in the New England region and provides a comprehensive range of acute and specialty services to the community. As a key facility within Hunter New England Local Health District, the hospital supports a diverse clinical environment focused on patient safety, teamwork and high-quality care.
 

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer: 

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
• Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
• Ongoing support from an Administration Manager and experienced colleagues
• Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

Requirements:

• Current 1A Security Licence and Current First Aid Certificate.

Additional information:

• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first. 
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support.  
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description 
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Christopher Mann on christopher.mann@health.nsw.gov.au