Casual Opportunities - Security Officer
Enjoy Penalty Rates Every Shift and the Work-Life Balance You Deserve!
Remuneration: $30.65 per hour + Superannuation + Allowances
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Security Officer
Location: Maitland Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ576007
Closing date: Sunday, 22nd June 2025
Security Master Licence Number: 407686382
Looking to pick up extra shifts, gain valuable experience in a new environment, or add consistency to your schedule? This opportunity offers both flexibility and professional growth in a supportive team setting
Work-Life Balance & Extra Perks
- Penalty rates for every shift
- 12-hour shifts (6am–6pm) mean fewer workdays and more time off
- Spend more days off than at work - including regular 5-8 day blocks off, plan ahead and save your leave
- Work no more than 2 weekends a month, giving you work life balance
- Plenty of opportunities for overtime for those looking to earn more
- Know your schedule in advance—no surprises, just stability you can count on
Your Future Team and Workplace
Join a team where culture truly matters. As a Security Officer, you'll be part of a supportive environment where everyone has each other's back, and teamwork is at the core of everything we do.
You'll work under a manager who is approachable, believes in an open-door policy, and leads by example—never asking you to do something he wouldn’t do himself. Having once been in the same role, he understands the demands and priorities you face and is committed to sharing his knowledge and treating his team with respect.
This is more than just a job—it's a place where you’re valued and supported.
What you will Bring
- Demonstrates strong teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently and show initiative when required
- Communicates effectively, maintains confidentiality, and approaches all situations with compassion and professionalism
- Is reliable, adaptable, and available to work across a 24/7 rotating roster
- Essential: Current 1A Security Licence and Current First Aid Certificate.
Benefits
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.
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Darran Hooper on Darran.Hooper@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional information
- 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.
- 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.
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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. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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