Security Officer - Casual

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora; Hastings; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Hawke's Bay is seeking a Casual Security Officer to help keep patients, staff and visitors safe. You will monitor CCTV, patrol sites, respond to incidents, assist staff and maintain a calm, professional presence in challenging situations across Hawke's Bay health facilities.

You will work with security, clinical teams and facilities staff to uphold high safety standards and contribute to smooth service delivery, with a focus on people‑centred care in a

Qualifications

• Professionalism and strong judgement are essential.
• Commitment to safety and people‑centred approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor CCTV and conduct patrols across Hawke’s Bay sites.
• Respond to incidents and assist staff as needed.
• Maintain a calm, professional presence in challenging situations.
• Collaborate with security, clinical and facilities teams to keep environments safe.

Skills

Professionalism

Strong judgement

Calm under pressure

Education

Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2

Certificate of Approval (COA)

Job description

• Security Officer - Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital
• Casual, as and when required
• A chance to support the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff and visitors across our Hawkes Bay health facilities.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Casual Security Officer, you will help ensure a safe, secure and welcoming environment for everyone who enters our sites. No two days are the same - you will be monitoring CCTV, completing patrols, responding to incidents, assisting staff, and providing a calm, professional presence during challenging situations.

You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, following established procedures, maintaining high safety standards, and contributing to the smooth and safe operation of our services. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys people focused work and wants to make a meaningful difference in a healthcare setting.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Security Services team plays a vital role in supporting the daytoday operations of our Hawkes Bay facilities. We work collaboratively with clinical teams, call centre staff, facilities, and emergency services to maintain a safe and supportive environment for our community.

About you

As a Security Officer, you will bring professionalism, strong judgement, and a commitment to safety.

You will have:

• A Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 (or be working towards a higher qualification).
• A current Certificate of Approval (COA).
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it applies in your work.
• Physical and mental fitness to respond effectively to a range of situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: HAW10257

Location:

North Island - Hawkes Bay - Hastings

Job type:

Job type: Casual

Expertise:

Non-clinical - Facilities / Security - Facilities / Security