Health and Security Assistant

Location: Armidale Hospital

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Health and Security Assist

Requisition ID: REQ692111 Applications Close: Monday 5th October 2026

About the Role: Join Armidale Hospital as a Health and Security Assistant, supporting the safety and security of patients, visitors and staff while contributing to the delivery of quality patient care. Your day will begin with security patrols, followed by working closely with clinical and non-clinical staff throughout your shift to provide assistance as required. You'll also be a welcoming and visible presence within the hospital, assisting visitors and supporting the community when they attend the facility. You'll receive ongoing training and support from a range of clinical and non-clinical staff, with opportunities to upskill as they arise.

About You: We're looking for someone who is: Honest, hardworking and able to work independently. A strong communicator with the ability to work effectively with others. Empathetic and committed to supporting patients. Willing to work within a large and complex organisation.

Requirements: Hold current NSW CLASS 1A Security Licence and First Aid Certificate

What we offer: At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 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 New 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. Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Muhammad Usman on Muhammad. Muhammad Usman@health.nsw.gov.au 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/3vL5fq2Stepping Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUpThis is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directivePD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.