Health & Security Assistant in Taree

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant

Remuneration: $34.73 Per Hour + Super

Location: Manning Hospital

Closing Date: Sunday 11 April 2027

Are you someone who takes pride in keeping people safe while providing compassionate support? Join our team as a Health and Security Assistant, where every shift brings an opportunity to protect patients, support staff and help create a safe, welcoming and secure healthcare environment.

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a dedicated, reliable and compassionate Health and Service Assistant to join our team. This is an opportunity to play an important role in supporting patients, healthcare professionals and hospital operations by helping maintain a safe, clean, secure and efficient healthcare environment.

We’re Looking For People Who Are:

• A strong commitment to providing safe, respectful and high-quality patient and support services.
• The ability to follow instructions, policies, procedures and agreed work priorities.
• The ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with aggressive, distressed or difficult people.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and cleaning agents, or a willingness to learn.
• An understanding of infection prevention and control principles.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Reliability, flexibility and a willingness to undertake a variety of duties.
• Previous experience in a hospital, health service, aged care, cleaning, patient support or similar environment is desirable.

We’re committed to building a positive, welcoming and supportive team culture. We value people who bring a collaborative attitude, are willing to learn and are keen to grow their skills and experience. You’ll receive a thorough orientation and ongoing support to help you settle into the team and feel confident in your role.

If you enjoy helping people, working as part of a team and being part of a busy and rewarding hospital environment, we’d love to hear from you.

This role requires the successful applicant to hold a current Class 1A Security License under the Security Industry Act, 1997 and be willing to do shift work.

What You'll Be Doing:

Responsible for assisting in patient care, inner facility patient transfer, maintaining a high degree of cleanliness, dealing with security issues, including patient restraints to support the effective and efficient functioning of the health service.

For role related queries or questions contact Shane Ammann.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt.

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.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.