Health & Security Assistant (M/L 407733409) Employment Type: Permanent / Part Time / Casual

Position Classification: Health & Security Assistant

Remuneration: $33.39 per hour (plus superannuation and salary packaging options)

Location: Cowra, NSW

Hours per week: up to 32

Applications Close: 23 July 2026 – 11:59pm About the role If you are a licensed Class 1A Security Officer who would like to work beyond the night‑time crowds in our new, modern, caring and friendly environment, with day shifts as well as evening/night shifts – look no further than working as a Health & Security Assistant with our team at Cowra Health Service. We have permanent & casual opportunities available. The redevelopment of Cowra Hospital has now completed.

This major transformation has produced a new cutting‑edge facility that will redefine healthcare delivery in the Central West. The new hospital delivers modern, purpose‑built facilities to meet the health needs of Cowra and surrounding communities, both now and into the future.

- A general medical and surgical inpatient ward - A peri‑operative service for various surgical procedures - A maternity unit with a dedicated nursery - Ambulatory care for outpatients - A renal dialysis unit for outpatient treatment - An oncology unit for chemotherapy treatments - Community Health and Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol services - A medical imaging department with a CT scanner and ultrasound This is a varied role providing security and general assistance to ensure the smooth running of the hospital.

Your role will include security‑related duties as well as providing support to the nursing team under their guidance in the delivery of patient care. Duties may include portering for patient transfers, cleaning,



basic patient support and attending to mortuary tasks as needed. You will work rotating shifts over a 7‑day roster.

Penalty rates apply. Providing a quality and safe environment for the care of patients is the shared responsibility of all staff, and the Health & Security Assistant is an integral and valued member of our team. We will develop you to reach your potential and will always support you in an inclusive, team-oriented and caring team environment.

Required qualifications &

experience - Class 1A Security Officer licence (mandatory) - Experience in a health‑care or secure facility (preferred) - Ability to work rotating shifts and evenings/night shifts Role‑related enquiries: Please contact Linda Woods, Environmental Services Manager on (02) 5338 5535 or email [email protected] for more information. Additional information for applicants - This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre‑employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU).
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children and to protect them from harm and abuse.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

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