Health and Security Assistant

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant

Remuneration: $32.10 per hour

Hours Per Week: TBA

Requisition ID: REQ598973

Applications Close: 16 September 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing

Providing a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors, and assisting clinical staff in the care and comfort of patients.

The MNCLHD are currently seeking Health and Security Assistants to join our amazing team in the Mental Health Unit at the Coffs Harbour Health Campus.

About you

• Must hold a current Class 1A Security Licence with the NSW Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (SLED), current Senior First Aid Certificate and current valid drivers licence. MNCLHD Master Licence
• Demonstrated skills to manage aggressive incidents and / or challenging behaviours and respond to duress situations.
• Demonstrated flexibility in taking directions from supervisors and ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with all levels of staff, as well as patients/clients and members of the public.
• Demonstrated understanding and ability to comply with environmental cleaning and knowledge of work health and safety principles, including safe manual handling and infection control.
• Participation in a 7 day rotating roster that includes weekends, public and school holidays, including morning, afternoon and night shifts.
• Understanding and willingness to work in a morgue environment

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Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

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