Health and Security Assistant

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant

Remuneration: $32.10 per hour + superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ594201

Applications Close: Wednesday 24th September 2025

• Provide Security: Patrol hospital grounds, respond swiftly to alarms, control access, and deliver friendly, helpful customer service that makes a difference.
• Support Patients: Assist with patient transfers, helping to lift and move patients safely and respectfully.
• Maintain Cleanliness: Keep hospital rooms spotless and hygienic, strictly following infection control standards.

• Hold a Class 1A Security Licence and First Aid Certificate (essential).
• Highly organised and able to prioritise tasks with ease.
• Culturally aware, respectful, and professional in all interactions.
• A reliable team player who takes pride in their work.

• Full training including a comprehensive orientation, site-specific induction, and manual handling instruction.
• Ongoing support from a friendly and dedicated team.
• Penalty rates on rotating shifts to boost your pay.
• Flexible opportunities perfect for students, career changers, or anyone looking for extra hours.
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

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• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa

Information For Applicants: At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. 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. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:

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. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

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.

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