Requisition ID: REQ697752

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $68858.49 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Bankstown - Lidcombe Hospital - Security

Applications close: 18/10/2026

Contact: Shane Smith - Security Manager on

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great Join a dedicated team at Bowral Hospital where you’ll play a vital role in supporting patient care, maintaining safety, and contributing to a secure and well-functioning hospital environment

Support patient care delivery — Assist nursing staff with patient comfort, mobility, pre-operative preparation, and reporting observations to ensure high-quality care.

Provide safe patient transport — Porter patients across the facility for ward transfers, appointments, and procedures, supporting efficient bed flow and access to services

Maintain ward and facility operations — Contribute to smooth ward functioning by moving equipment, making unoccupied beds, supporting cleaning tasks, and adhering to manual handling and infection control standards

Respond to security and emergency situations — Assist with de-escalation or restraint when required, conduct internal and external patrols, monitor CCTV, and support responses to all emergency codes

Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team — Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and visitors, contribute to a positive team environment, and uphold professionalism in high-pressure or challenging situations

Important:



Please ensure you upload your current NSW Class 1A Security Licence and First Aid Certificate with your application. These documents are mandatory and must be provided for your application to be considered.

Are You the Right Fit? This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment, brings professionalism to every interaction, and is committed to supporting both patient care and security operations

Compassionate patient support — You’re confident assisting patients with mobility, comfort, and basic care needs while communicating respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.

Calm under pressure — You remain steady and solutions-focused during emergencies, behavioural incidents, or high-stress situations, using de-escalation skills effectively

Team-focused collaboration — You work seamlessly with nursing, clinical, and security teams, contributing to a harmonious, supportive, and professional workplace.

Strong situational awareness — You’re attentive, proactive, and confident conducting patrols, monitoring security systems, and identifying risks before they elevate

Reliable and adaptable — You manage competing priorities, respond quickly to changing demands, and maintain high standards in a busy 24/7 hospital environment.

Security Master License Number for SWSLHD:

Selection Criteria





Must hold a current Class 1A Security License with the NSW Security Industry 1997 Class 1A, Current First Aid Certificate and must possess an Australian C‑Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who 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 of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

Describe a situation where you were required to manage a challenging or high-risk interaction (e.g., an aggressive person, a distressed client, or a volatile environment). In your response, outline how you applied conflict resolution, de-escalation, and secure restraint principles, as well as how you ensured the safety of yourself and others.

Provide an example of a time you were required to follow strict procedures while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Include how you demonstrated safe manual handling or infection control, used computer or electronic security systems, taken direction from supervisors, and communicated effectively with staff or the public.

Are you aware of and acknowledge that this position requires the ability to work a 7-day rotating roster, covering mornings/afternoons/nights, weekends and Public Holidays?

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Position Information

Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

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