Security Officer

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Security Off

Remuneration: 65703.26 - 65703.26 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ701409

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 25 October 2026

For role related queries or questions contact Charles George on [email protected]

At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What you'll be doing

Security officers are responsible for the safety and security of staff, patients

Security officers are required to be responsive to requests for assistance from staff

Security officers are required to demonstrate NSW Health CORE values at all times and be prepared to work in a cohesive, team environment.

Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:

• A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience

• Responses to the questions below:

• Current NSW Security Licence Class 1A & Current NSW Driver’s Licence.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to respond to challenging situations with empathy and integrity.

• Computer literacy and demonstrated experience in completing accurate and complete documentation including entering information into databases.

• Demonstrated experience in the use of and understanding of electronic security, CCTV, access control and alarm systems.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior managers, staff, customers and other stakeholders.

• Relevant and recent experience as a qualified Security Officer.

Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information:

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Need more information?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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