Position Profile

The Security Operations Officer delivers an integrated security function across WA Country Health Service (WACHS) sites, supporting safe and inclusive environments for patients, staff, and visitors. The role contributes to effective service delivery through physical security presence, technology-enabled security operations, and mental health patient transport. Operating within a multidisciplinary healthcare setting, the role supports the management of workplace violence and aggression, applying verbal de-escalation as the primary response and supporting clinically directed, least-restrictive interventions in accordance with legislation and policy. The position works with a high level of autonomy while collaborating with security, clinical, and operational stakeholders to support coordinated responses and continuity of care. This is a Permanent Full Time or Casual appointment.

Area Profile

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Suitability Criteria

Suitability recognises that a range of factors contribute to merit, including skills, knowledge, abilities, behaviours, ethical alignment and relevant operational requirements.



The suitability requirements below are derived from the Job Description Form and define what will be assessed to determine your suitability for the role:

- Candidate must provide like for like operational experience.
- Candidate must be comfortable with regional travel and working in isolation.
- Canditate needs to demonstrate willingness to support the continued growth and direction of WACHS Security Services.

Employee Benefits

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Versatile working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances - Please contact Rich Denny for further information.

Further Job Related Information

We encourage you to contact Rich Denny on 0439 738 953.

Applicants are required to provide:

- A statement addressing the suitability criteria, (maximum 3 pages) outlining your skills, experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the role
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) summarising your relevant experience and ability to meet the position requirements
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees,



preferably including your current or most recent manager

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free workplace across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au Please note thi

📌 Security Operations Officer (Western Australia)
🏢 Wa Country Health Service
📍 Western Australia