Security Officer Job in Australia

Security Officer Job in Australia is a permanent full-time role at Tamworth Hospital. The Security Officer will help keep patients, visitors, staff, and hospital property safe. Duties include responding to security incidents and emergencies, supporting patients and families, completing reports, and working with hospital teams. The role pays $33.13–$57.97 per hour plus super, with 38 hours per week on a 24/7 rotating roster. A current NSW Class 1A Security Licence is required.

About the Job

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Security Officer

Remuneration: $33.13–$57.97 (including weekend rates) + Super

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ687158

Location: Tamworth Hospital

Closing Date: Wednesday 26 August 2026

Help Create a Safe Environment

Every day at Tamworth Hospital, the Security team helps support patient-centred care. The team does more than protect buildings and property. Security Officers also reassure patients and visitors, respond to emergencies, support staff during difficult situations, and help create a safe and respectful environment.

If you stay calm under pressure, enjoy working with people, and want a rewarding career where each shift makes a difference, this role may suit you.

About The Team

Tamworth Hospital is one of the largest regional hospitals in Hunter New England Local Health District. It provides a wide range of acute and specialist healthcare services to the community.

The Security team works with clinical and support staff. Together, they help keep the hospital safe, welcoming, and secure for patients, visitors, and employees.

You will join a professional and supportive team. You will work in a busy healthcare environment where each day can be different. The team values collaboration, respect, inclusion, and a healthy work-life balance.

About The Role

You will report to the Security Manager. You will work with a team that provides security services across Tamworth Hospital and, when needed, other Hunter New England Health facilities.

In This Frontline Role, You Will

• Keep patients, visitors, staff, and hospital assets safe and secure.
• Respond to security incidents, emergencies, and requests for help in a calm and professional way.
• Support vulnerable patients and families with empathy and respect.
• Work with different teams to support patient and staff safety.
• Complete accurate incident reports and maintain clear records.
• Work on a 24/7 rotating roster with 12-hour shifts.

Each shift brings new challenges. You will also have opportunities to support the wellbeing of the community.

About You

You will have a strong security background, good communication skills, and a genuine commitment to customer service. You will stay calm under pressure, use good judgement, and treat everyone with respect and care.

You’ll Also Demonstrate

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with people from different backgrounds.
• Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
• A proactive and professional approach to safety and customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work a 24/7 rotating roster.

Previous healthcare security experience is highly regarded but is not essential. If you have the right attitude, want to learn, and care about supporting your community, training and support will be provided.

Essential Requirements

• Current NSW Class 1A Security Licence.

Support to Succeed

From your first day, you will receive a full orientation and structured induction. This will help you move into the healthcare environment with confidence.

Experienced Security Officers will support you as you learn about:

• Hospital operations and clinical environments.
• Emergency response procedures.
• NSW Health policies and security processes.
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
• Role-specific training and ongoing professional development.

The team is committed to helping you build your skills, confidence, and career within NSW Health.

Why Join Hunter New England Health?

• Be part of one of the largest and most diverse Local Health Districts in NSW.
• Influence digital solutions that directly support patient care and clinical outcomes.
• Access salary packaging options.
• Work with passionate clinicians and digital health professionals.
• Enjoy career development opportunities within NSW Health.
• Make a real difference across a large and complex health service.
• Access Fitness Passport for you and your family.

What You’ll Be Doing

Provide a prompt and efficient security and emergency response service throughout the buildings and grounds of the campus. The goal is to maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, patients, and visitors.

The security service protects people and helps minimise property loss or damage. All security services must follow relevant policies and procedures.

Need More Information?

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

For role-related questions, contact Christopher Mann at Christopher.Mann@health.nsw.gov.au.

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria in the position description.

For help with the selection criteria, visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

The Stepping Up Website helps Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed under NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions before an offer is made. All new employees must follow the requirements in this policy.

Salary Packaging

Salary packaging can benefit most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase take-home pay. Employees can package some personal expenses, including:

• Novated motor vehicle leases.
• Relocation expenses.
• HECS/HELP debt.
• Meal expenses.

For more information, contact SalaryPackagingPLUS via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Employment Eligibility

To be eligible for permanent employment, you must be:

• An Australian Citizen.
• A permanent resident of Australia.
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport.

A temporary visa holder may only be employed if no suitable local candidate is identified. Employment will then follow the conditions and expiry date of the visa.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Hunter New England Local Health District is an inclusive employer. The organisation supports a diverse and welcoming workplace. It encourages people with diverse lived experiences to apply.

If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, contact hnelhd-diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential assistance.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for benefits such as:

• Allocated days off (ADO) for full-time employees.
• Long service leave.
• Paid maternity leave.
• Salary packaging options.
• Meal expenses.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full-time, permanent part-time, temporary full-time, and temporary part-time vacancies.

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Benefits Found in Job Post

• Paid maternity leave.