AddressWACHS has created a new and exciting leadership position. We are looking for an engaging and collaborative leader for this significant and impactful Business Unit in the Midwest!
Reporting to the Operations Manager Midwest, The Security Supervisor Manages the day to day operations of the WA Country Health (WACHS) Security Service to ensure delivery of a quality service in accordance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements. Provides high level technical expertise to stakeholders including the WACHS Executive, in the areas of security risk assessment and management, crime prevention, environmental design and security investigation. Contributes to the development and review of WACHS Security policies, procedures and operational guidelines; facilitates and monitors implementation at the operational level to ensure required outcomes are achieved.
The Person: You are a team player and have the ability to handle complex situations in a diverse and geographically broad values driven environment. You will have the capability to organize work to reflect priorities and achieves outcomes within dedicated timelines
You have excellent communication (oral and written) and negotiations skills with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of work safety and health, risk management theory and practice.
You use initiative and commitment to follow up on matters, proactively source information drawing on available resources to provide quality service delivery;
You can think flexibly with a desire for service delivery innovation. You will be able to demonstrate the WACHS values of community, compassion, quality, integrity, equity and curiosity.
If you have this skillset and are dedicated to supporting the Midwest region, this may be the role for you.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
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.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Ben Newman on 0447 170 *** or Cameron Ross on 0411 477 ***.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online.
Please ensure you structure your application as follows:
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining your experience and achievements aligned to this role.
- A covering letter (of no more than 3 pages) that addresses essential criteria 1 2 and 5.
- Names and contact details of two (2) referees, it is preferable for one of your referees to be a current supervisor or manager.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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 environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
