Health and Security Assistant

Hunter New England Local Health District

Casual  

Date posted: October 2, 2025

Closes: Nov 01, 2025


Step Into a Role that Opens Doors in Healthcare and Security

Remuneration: $32.10 per hour + Superannuation + Penalty Rates

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant

Location: Moree District Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ610980

Closing Date: Sunday, 12th October 2025

Master Licence Number: 407686382

As part of our healthcare team, you’ll be helping people every day while building valuable skills in both health and security.

Whether you’re aiming to grow your career, looking to pick up some extra $ or working in a role with real purpose, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

We believe in looking after our people, so here’s what you’ll enjoy:

Increase pay through penalty rates on applicable rotating shiftsPerfect for students, career changers, or those looking for additional hoursFull training and orientation to set you up for successOngoing support and clear career pathwaysHands-on healthcare experience you won’t find anywhere elseJob security and plenty of growth opportunitiesAccess to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing supportA Fitness Passport with discounted gym memberships for you and your family

Everything You Need to Know!

This is a unique dual-role position where no two days are ever the same. Combining healthcare support with hospital security, you’ll be a vital part of the team, ensuring patients, staff, and visitors feel safe, supported, and cared for.

Patrolling, responding to alarms, and monitoring accessHelping patients with mobility and personal careMaintaining infection control and cleanlinessUsing safe manual handling techniquesStaying calm and confident in emergency situations

We’re on the lookout for people who bring a calm, caring, and team-focused approach – the kind of person who’s flexible with rotating shifts and holds a Class 1A Security Licence (Or willing to obtain!)

If that sounds like you, don’t wait – this could be your perfect next step, and we’d love to have you on our team!

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Mathew Boadle on Mathew.Boadle@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional information

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.We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Previous candidates need not re-apply.If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.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. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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

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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

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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