Security Officer - Casual

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay is seeking a Casual Security Officer to help ensure a safe and welcoming environment across Hawke's Bay facilities. You will monitor CCTV, patrol sites, respond to incidents, and support staff with a calm, professional presence during demanding situations.

The role suits someone who enjoys people-focused work and wants to contribute to high-quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 (or higher).
• Current Certificate of Approval (COA).
• Understanding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in your work.
• Physical and mental fitness to respond to a range of situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor CCTV and complete site patrols.
• Respond to incidents and assist staff.
• Provide a calm, professional presence in challenging situations.
• Support Hospital operations to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Calm under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

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.

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.

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About you

• 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.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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.