Randwick Hospital Security Officer

NSW Health; Randwick; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Novated Leasing

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Learning & Development

Gym membership discount

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a dedicated Security Officer for the Prince of Wales Hospital in Randwick. This permanent full-time position involves responding to requests for assistance, performing security patrols, and supporting a safe hospital environment.

Key requirements include a NSW Security licence 1A, a current NSW driver's licence and a first aid certificate, with opportunities for professional development and salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Must hold NSW Security licence 1A.
• Hold NSW Driver's licence “C” and a current relevant first aid certificate.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing security and customer service in a large client base environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests for assistance from staff, patients and visitors on the hospital campus.
• Promote a cohesive and inclusive team environment.
• Respond promptly to emergencies ensuring patrols and tasks are completed per instructions and training.
• Maintain shift logs and enter information into databases.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

NSW Security licence 1A

NSW Drivers licence

First aid certificate

Job description

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time

Position Classification:Security Officer

Remuneration:$65,703.26 per annum Plus Superannuation

Hours Per Week:38

Location: Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick

Master Licence No: SESLHD: 410751034

Applications Close Date: 11 November 2026

Interview Period Between: From 19/11/2026 To 25/11/2026

The Role

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.

Security Officers are required to respond to requests for assistance from staff, patients and visitors on the hospital campus whilst promoting a cohesive and inclusive team environment.

Security Officers are required to promptly respond and provide a security response for all emergencies ensuring all security patrols, tasks and activities are completed in accordance with instructions and training.

Security Officers will have a genuine desire to understand and help others, and view interaction with all patients, staff, and visitors as a significant proportion of their role.

Additional Benefits

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options - Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, Novated Leasing; and Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.

Selection Criteria

• Must hold NSW Security licence 1A: NSW Drivers licence “C” and a current relevant first aid certificate.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing security and customer service in a large client base environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision and complete all patrols and any other security work during the shift.
• Demonstrated experience with a sound understanding of alarm systems, access control system, CCTV and Fire Indication panels.
• Proven experience in communicating and responding to challenging and aggressive situations such as distressed persons, demonstrating empathy, integrity and resilience under various circumstances.
• Excellent written communication skills particularly in the area of report writing, maintaining shift logs and entering information into databases.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior management and other key stakeholders including ability to work co-operatively as a member of a team.

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email ***************@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information For Applicants

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseasesfor all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support(***************@health.nsw.gov.au)and for additional information please visit ourStepping Up Website