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Casual Opportunities - Health and Security Assistant

Hunter New England Health
New South Wales
June 22, 2025

More than just a job—it's a place where you’re valued and supported

Remuneration: $32.11 per hour + Superannuation
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant
Requisition ID: REQ58418
Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital
Closing Date: Sunday, 6th July 2025
Security Master Licence Number: 407686382


Benefits

  • Work on a rotating roster with penalty rates included & max 2 weekends a month
  • Spend more days off than at work - including regular block days off!
  • Plenty of opportunities for overtime for those looking to earn more
  • Know your schedule in advance—no surprises, just stability you can count on
  • Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  • Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals


Our Team

Join a team where culture truly matters. As a Health and Security Assistant you'll be part of a supportive environment where everyone has each other's back, and teamwork is at the core of everything we do. You'll work under a manager who is approachable, believes in an open-door policy, and leads by example. You day to day duties will include:

  • Assist nurses with lifting/moving patients and personal care
  • Perform porting and cleaning duties to ensure comfortable and efficient care
  • Respond to alarms/incidents to maintain a secure hospital environment
  • Ensure a safe environment attending to difficult patients or visitors

Your Key Skills

  • Demonstrates strong teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently and show initiative when required
  • Communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, and approach all situations with compassion and professionalism
  • Is reliable, adaptable, and available to work across a 24/7 rotating roster
  • Essential: Current 1A Security Licence and Current First Aid Certificate.

Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact Darran Hooper on Darran.Hooper@health.nsw.gov.au



Additional information

  • If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
  • To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
  • We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
  • At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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