Health and Security Assistant

Employment Type:
Casual, up to 38 hours per week

Location:
Bowral & District Hospitals

Position Classification:
Health and Security Assistant

Remuneration:
$33.39 per hour

Requisition ID:
REQ622240

Application Close Date:
30/11/2025

Interview Date Range:
03/12/ /12/2025

Contact Details:
Bronwyn Dubos |

About The Opportunity
Step into the pivotal role within our Health & Security team, where your dedication to patient care and security, supports various departments within Bowral & District Hospital.

• Join a supportive and dynamic team where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. If you enjoy working within a fast paced, supportive and dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.
• The Health and Security role works a part of a team, in collaboration with other staff, to assist with managing patients and provide a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors within Bowral & District Hospital.
• Bowral & District Hospital is in the Wingecarribee Shire with a new state of the art Clinical Service Building being opened in 2020 and a new Outpatient Centre opened in 2025. Bowral & District Hospital is part of the South Western Sydney Local Health District.

What You'll Be Doing
The Health and Security Assistant (HASA) role works as part of a team, in collaboration with other staff, to assist with managing patients and to provide a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors. HASA are also required to assist clinical staff in the care and comfort of patients, and securing the assets of South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD).

Supporting the care delivery team is at the heart of the HASA role. You will provide support to the nursing team in Emergency Department in the delivery of patient care, under the guidance of nursing staff. You will also provide general assistance in the ward environment, cleaning, provide portering for patient transfers around the facility, and you will undertake security related duties as required by the nursing In-Charge and Security Manager. It is expected that HASA provide the highest possible standard of customer service and professionalism at all times.

NOTE: HASA, like other NSW Health staff, must contact the police if there is suspected criminal activity on or around a NSW Health premises. HASA staff must not place themselves, or be expected by others to place themselves, at unnecessary risk in carrying out their duties. Where there are concerns about public safety the police should be called.

Security Master License Number for SWSLHD:

Where you'll be Working
Bowral & District Hospital, located in the picturesque Southern Highlands of NSW, offers a unique blend of rural charm and cosmopolitan amenities. As part of the South Western Sydney Local Health District, it has strong connections to tertiary facilities at Campbelltown and Liverpool.

The hospital originally opened in 1889 and has undergone significant redevelopment, with the first stage completed in December 2020. This $123 million redevelopment includes a new Clinical Services Building with a modern emergency department, operating theatres, and inpatient wards. The ongoing second stage will further enhance outpatient services and include a new Aboriginal Dreaming Garden.

Known for its commitment to safe, quality patient care, the hospital boasts a 94% satisfaction rate across all markers. Working at Bowral & District Hospital means being part of a community-focused team dedicated to excellence and innovation in healthcare.

How To Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• Do you have a current NSW Security Licence in accordance with the NSW Security Industry 1997 Class 1A?
• Do you have a current First Aid Certification?
• Do you have a current Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2)? if you hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months.
• Able to work a 24/7 rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the
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SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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