Security Officer

NSW Health; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ADO's each month

Job summary

NSW Health's Maitland Hospital security team seeks a Security Officer to help maintain safety and wellbeing for patients, visitors and staff within a modern healthcare environment.

As a permanent full-time role, you will contribute to a calm, secure atmosphere while supporting frontline teams and patients during everyday and urgent situations.

Qualifications

• Current 1A Security Licence is required.
• Current First Aid Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Support safety, comfort and wellbeing of patients, visitors and staff in a hospital setting.
• Respond professionally to dynamic security situations to maintain a calm and secure environment.

Education

Security Licence 1A

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Remuneration: $65,703.26per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: The Maitland Hospital
Employment Type: PermanentFull Time
Position Classification: Security Officer
Requisition ID: REQ699760
Applications Close: Sunday 15th November 2026

Why Join the Maitland Hospital Security Team?

At Maitland Hospital, joining the Security team means becoming part of a modern, patient-focused healthcare environment where your role extends far beyond traditional security responsibilities. You will play a vital role in supporting the safety, comfort, and wellbeing of patients, visitors, and staff, helping create a calm, respectful, and secure atmosphere during some of life’s most important and vulnerable moments.

Working within a hospital setting offers a uniquely meaningful and rewarding career experience, where no two days are the same. From assisting patients and supporting frontline clinical teams to responding with professionalism and compassion in dynamic situations, your contribution has a direct impact on both patient care and the broader hospital community. At Maitland Hospital, you are not simply providing security - you are helping foster a safe and supportive environment where exceptional healthcare can thrive.

• Purpose-Driven Work in a Leading Healthcare Facility: Become part of a highly respected hospital environment where your presence plays an important role in protecting and supporting patients, staff, and visitors every day.
• Meaningful Community Impact: Experience the reward of working closely with people from all walks of life, knowing your professionalism, compassion, and responsiveness contribute directly to positive patient experiences and community wellbeing.
• Supportive Team Culture, Flexibility and Lifestyle: Join a collaborative and inclusive team that values respect, teamwork, and professional growth, while enjoying flexible work opportunities and the exceptional lifestyle the vibrant Hunter region has to offer.

The Facility:

Maitland Hospital is one of the Hunter region’s most modern and impressive healthcare facilities, purpose-built to deliver exceptional care in a contemporary and highly supportive environment. Featuring state-of-the-art technology, spacious clinical areas, and thoughtfully designed patient-centred spaces, Maitland Hospital offers staff the opportunity to work within a world-class facility that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and excellence in healthcare delivery. From its advanced operating theatres and specialised inpatient units to its welcoming workspaces and strong multidisciplinary culture, the hospital is designed to support both outstanding patient outcomes and an exceptional employee experience. As part of a growing and forward-thinking health service, Maitland Hospital provides a workplace where your skills are valued, your development is encouraged, and your contribution genuinely shapes the future of healthcare in the region.

Located in the heart of the picturesque Maitland region, Maitland offers the perfect balance of lifestyle, opportunity, and connection. Enjoy the charm of a vibrant and growing community surrounded by beautiful countryside, renowned wineries, local cafes, and a welcoming country-town atmosphere - all while remaining within easy reach of Newcastle and the stunning coastline. With affordable living, excellent schools, family-friendly amenities, and endless opportunities to explore the nearby Hunter Valley, Maitland is an ideal place to build both your career and your lifestyle.

Requirements:

Current 1A Security Licence and Current First Aid Certificate.

What we offer

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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