Support patients, staff and hospital operations while helping keep Kurri Kurri District Hospital safe, clean and running smoothly.

Remuneration: $68,858.49 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging

Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Health and Security Assist

Applications Close: Sunday 20th September 2026

About The Role

Join the team at Kurri Kurri District Hospital as a Health and Security Assistant, where you’ll play an important role in supporting patients, assisting nursing staff and helping maintain a safe, clean and well-functioning hospital environment.

You’ll assist nurses with the safe moving and lifting of patients, while also undertaking portering and cleaning duties to support the smooth day-to-day operation of the hospital. You’ll respond to alarms and incidents as required, helping to ensure patients, visitors and staff feel safe and supported.

You’ll be part of a supportive team, with guidance from fellow Health and Security Assistants, the Site Nurse Manager and After-Hours Coordinator.

Where You’ll Be Working

Kurri Kurri District Hospital is part of the Lower Hunter Sector, serving the communities of Kurri Kurri, Abermain, Weston and Heddon Greta.

The hospital provides a comprehensive range of services, including medical and specialist surgical services, rehabilitation, emergency and allied health services.

About You

We’re looking for Health and Security Assistants who are reliable,



adaptable and committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for patients, visitors and staff.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

- A current 1A Security Licence and First Aid Certificate (essential).
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to calm and de‑escalate challenging situations.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently.
- Knowledge of cleaning and security practices.

What We Offer

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- ADO's each month (for full time employees)
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non‑clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information

- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a Recent Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

For role related queries or questions contact Bianca Anderson on

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📌 Health and Security Assistant (Kurri Kurri)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
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