At a Glance
- Tasks: Support nursing teams in patient care and assist with cleaning and security duties.
- Company: Join Western NSW Local Health District, a leader in rural health services.
- Benefits: Earn $68,858.49 pa plus incentives and salary packaging options.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and support for relocation to Western NSW.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on rural health and support thriving communities.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required; just a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 68858 - 68858 $ per year.
Western NSW Local Health District – Wellington NSW
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health & Security Assistant
Remuneration: $68,858.49 pa (superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours)
Location: Wellington, NSW
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 26 Aug 2026 – 11:59pm
About the role
You will join one of the world's leading and connected rural health services as the Health and Security Assistant where we are driven by a single goal; healthier rural people - thriving communities. Supporting the care delivery team is at the heart of the Health and Security Assistant role. You will provide support to the nursing team in the delivery of patient care, under the guidance of nursing staff. You will provide general assistance in wards, have cleaning duties and provide portering for patient transfers around the facility, and you will undertake security related duties as required and or directed.
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
Additional information for applicants
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU).
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse.
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
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Contact Details:
Western NSW Local Health District Recruitment Team
