Health And Security Assistant (8 Hours or 12 Hours Rotating Shift) - Perm FT or

Requisition ID: REQ684629

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Casual - Up to 38 hours per week.

Remuneration: $34.72 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging 

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Applications close: 06/09/2026

Contact: Huss Hassan - Security Manager on ••••@health.nsw.gov.au or via phone on (02) •••• •398 

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. 
 

Achieve Something Great 
Liverpool Hospital is looking to hire Health and Security Assistants to strengthen and improve the existing Security Services. 

• Enjoy great benefits of salary packaging by reducing taxable income. Employees can pay for expenses like rent, mortgage, or credit cards using pre-tax dollars 
• 8 hour and 12 hour roster rotations available.  
• The Health and Security Assistant (HASA) role works as part of a team, in collaboration with other staff, to assist with managing patients and to provide a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors. HASA are also required to assist clinical staff in the care and comfort of patients, and securing the assets of South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD). 
• Provide general assistance in the ward environment, provide portering for patient transfers around the facility, and you will undertake security related duties as required by the nursing In-Charge and Security Manager. It is also expected that HASA provide the highest possible standard of customer service and professionalism at all times. 
• NOTE: HASA, like other NSW Health staff, must contact the police if there is suspected criminal activity on or around a NSW Health premises. HASA 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. 
   

Are You the Right Fit? 
You would be the right fit for the HASA role if you demonstrate: 

• Ability to work collaboratively with nursing and clinical staff to assist with patient care in a busy Emergency Department or Ward environment. 
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, calm and secure environment and understand when to escalate concerns appropriately without putting self or others at risk. 
• Willingness to support everyday ward operations, including cleaning tasks, patient transfers and general assistance as directed. 
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills, showing professionalism, empathy and respect to patients, visitors and staff at all times. 
• Willingness to utilise evasive techniques and apply physical restraint once trained. 

Security Master License Number for SWSLHD: 41••••116 

Selection Criteria 
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. 

• Must hold a current Class 1A Security License with the NSW Security Industry 1997 Class 1A, Current First Aid Certificate and must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
• Can you describe your understanding of working in a morgue environment and provide an example of how you have followed work health and safety requirements, including infection control and safe manual handling, in a sensitive or high risk workplace?
• How did you apply conflict resolution or de escalation skills while communicating effectively with staff, clients, or members of the public, and working under direction within a team?

• Participation in a 7-day rotating roster that includes days, afternoons, nights, weekends, public and school holidays. 

   

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• Position Information

  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

• How to Apply 

  • Read our application guide and tips for improving your application. 

• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au

  • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce 

  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact ••••@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks

  • 12% superannuation

  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees

• Work-Life Balance

  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

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