Security Staff (Security Officer)

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Free courses via Sydney Education

Employee Assistance Program

influenza vaccination

Discounted Fitness Passport

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to protect staff, patients and visitors at Concord Repatriation General Hospital. The role focuses on safety, surveillance and rapid response to incidents on site and assists with security for the Mental Health Service.

The position is based at Concord Repatriation General Hospital with a 24/7 rotating roster and 12-hour shifts. A Class 1A Security licence and Senior First Aid are essential, along with a NSW Driver’s Licence.

Qualifications

• Licenced according to the Security Industry Act 1997 – Class 1 A and current Senior First Aid Certificate.
• Customer service skills with a high degree of personal integrity and motivation.
• Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision and complete patrols and duties.
• Sound understanding of alarm systems, access control systems, CCTV, and Fire Indication Panels (FIP).
• Proven experience in communicating and responding to challenging situations with empathy and resilience.
• Ability to perform 12 hour shift work on a 24/7 rotating roster.
• A current NSW Driver's Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).

Responsibilities

• The aim of this position is to ensure the safety and security of staff, patients, visitors and property on the hospital campus in a positive, attentive and prompt manner.
• The role is primarily based at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, while also providing security support to the Mental Health Service.

Skills

Licenced Security Officer Class 1A

Senior First Aid Certificate

Customer service

Alarm systems knowledge

Access control systems

CCTV

Fire Indication Panels (FIP)

De-escalation & incident response

NSW Driver's Licence

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (38 hours per week)

Position Classification: Security Officer

Remuneration: $65,703 per annum + Superannuation

Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ695516

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

About The Role

Concord Repatriation General Hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in healthcare for over 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the Veteran community, the hospital now services the local communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and beyond.

The aim of this position is to ensure the safety and security of staff, patients, visitors and property on the hospital campus in a positive, attentive and prompt manner.

The role is primarily based at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, while also providing security support to the Mental Health Service.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

• Licenced according to the Security Industry Act 1997 – Class 1 A and current Senior First Aid Certificate.
• Customer service skills with a high degree of personal integrity and motivation.
• Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision and complete all patrols and other security-related duties during a shift.
• Demonstrated experience and a sound understanding of alarm systems, access control systems, CCTV, and Fire Indication Panels (FIP).
• Proven experience in communicating and responding to challenging and aggressive situations, including interactions with distressed persons, while demonstrating empathy, integrity, and resilience in a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to perform 12 hour shift work on a 24/7 rotating roster.
• A current NSW Driver's Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).

Previous applicants within the last 12 months need not apply.

Security Master Licence No. 410428317

Benefits And Perks

• Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
• Annual influenza vaccination on us!
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information, visit SLHD Benefits.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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For enquiries, please contact Nihad Al Salih at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

Applications Close: 28 September 2026

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