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SalaryEmployment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Fairfield Hospital
Position Classification: Security Officer
Remuneration: $58691.79 per annumRequisition ID: REQ474790
Application Close Date: 31/03/2024
Interview Date Range: 03/04/2024 - 10/04/2024
Contact Details: Mihajlo Draca - 0432 002 249 | Mihajlo.Draca@health.nsw.gov.auAbout the OpportunityFairfield Hospital is recruiting for a Security Officer to complement and enhance the current team.Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier CommunitiesWhat You'll be DoingSecurity staff work as part of a team, in collaboration with other staff, to assist with managing patients, to provide assistance to visitors, and to assist with protecting staff and securing the assets of South Western Sydney Local Health District.The emphasis of the role in NSW Health is on assisting with the early identification, prevention and management of incidents. The Security staff provide a safe environment for staff, patients and visitors according to work health and safety legislation.It is expected that security staff provide the highest possible standard of customer service and professionalism at all times.NOTE: Security staff, like other NSW Health staff, must contact the police if there is suspected criminal activity on or around a NSW Health premises.Security staff must not place themselves, or be expected by others to place themselves, at unnecessary risk in carrying out their duties. Where there are concerns about public safety the police should be called.Security Master License Number for SWSLHD: 410572116Where You'll Be WorkingFairfield hospital is located in one of NSW’s largest LGA’s and is a hub of diverse cultures, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. This brings a range of experiences to hospital employees and provides varied learning and development experiences for all levels of Medical, Clinical, administrative and support roles.Fairfield Hospital provides a chance to work closely with patients and the community whist providing a strong learning environment and exposure to a variety of disciplines and specialties. The team at Fairfield Hospital is supportive and encouraging, with the senior members of the hospital always looking for ways to enrich the experience of the team.The hospital sits close to public transport (T-Way), Public Schools, a major shopping centre and has an onsite cafeteria. Ample onsite parking is available with only a short walk from the carpark to the hospital.How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible. * Current First Aid Certificate; Current NSW Security Licence in accordance with the NSW Security Industry 1997 Class 1A and a valid Australian Drivers Licence (excluding learner driver's licences).
- Effective written and oral communication skills to enable:- (1) sound team work in an often challenging work environment; and (2) clear and concise written record keeping.
- Ability and willingness to participate in rotating shift work
- Sound understanding of the application of security techniques including conflict resolution skills, de-escalation and restraint practices.
- Demonstrated ability to work, with minimum supervision, as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrated computer literacy at a data entry level as well as ability to operate electronic security systems.
- Demonstrated customer service skills with a high degree of personal integrity and motivation.
- Regularly available at short notice
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Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.Connect with us on , and .
