Security Supervisor

Western Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Accrued Day Off

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Western Health in Geelong, Victoria, invites applications for a Full-Time Security Supervisor to lead security operations across its network. The role emphasises safeguarding patients, staff and visitors, with a focus on strategic leadership and proactive risk management.

The position offers an Admin Grade 2 salary with comprehensive superannuation and salary packaging options, plus an accrued day off regime on a monthly basis. Apply by the stated closing date.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated customer service focus.
• Strong communication with staff and patients.
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision of security staff.
• Lead security operations across Western Health network.
• Coordinate rosters including leave coverage and shift validation.
• Risk assess and support high-level decision making.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Self-directed

Prioritise workload

Job description

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing (with monthly Accrued Day Off)
• Salary: Admin Grade 2 $69K-$76.7K + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role

Western Health seeks an experienced Security Industry Professional who wishes to join a dynamic leadership team at the forefront of providing a safe and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors.

We are seeking a passionate and committed full-time Security Supervisor to join our current leadership team. The successful person will be responsible for delivering innovative, high-quality security operations throughout our Western Health network.

Key responsibilities

• Provide an independent day-to-day supervision of security services staff to ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective service and the provision of a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors.
• Adopt a consultative communication approach to all dealings with security team and security leadership team.
• Facilitate repair and maintenance of security equipment and report on delays and potential risks.
• Ability to risk assess and provide a high level of decision-making capability.
• Provide an independent day-to-day supervision of security services staff to ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective service and the provision of a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors.
• Provide an independent day-to-day supervision of security services staff to ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective service and the provision of a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors.
• Prepare rosters in line department staffing profiles including the replacement of staff on annual leave, sick leave, and Long Service Leave and for any other leave as applicable, including the validation and verification of shift numbers.

About you

• The ability to focus on customer service when dealing with staff, patients and visitors.
• A strong personal work ethic, initiative and service orientation.
• A courteous and professional manner.
• Demonstrated skill in communicating effectively with people.
• An ability to work in a self-directed manner and prioritise workload.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Closing date

11:59pm on 19 November 2026.

Enquiries

For further information about this role, contact:

Name

Chris Norman

Email

***************@wh.org.au

**************@wh.org.au

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.