About the role
West Moreton Health Fire Safety & Security Officers provide a high-quality security service to patients, staff and visitors at various facilities within the West Moreton Hospital and Health Service (West Moreton Health). Fire Safety & Security Officers are required to provide proactive frontline services in relation to crime and fire prevention, protection of persons and the safeguard of property and assets.
About you
- Experience or understanding of the duties and responsibilities of a Fire Safety and Security Officer within a healthcare setting or large multi-disciplinary establishment and proven ability managing security situations.
- Skilled presentation with a high level of integrity and respect for others.
- High level interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to interact comfortably with patients, staff and visitors as well as being able to effectively negotiate and defuse aggressive behaviour.
- Effective written communication skills and proficient computer skills.
- Well-developed ability to function effectively as a team member and autonomously, using initiative in day-to-day problem solving and identification of important tasks, to prioritise and adjust workload to accommodate changes.
- Fit and capable to actively participate in strenuous physical tasks, such as restraint, within a healthcare setting
**Mandatory Requirements**:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO.12/21and the Queensland Health Human Resources Policy B70.
About West Moreton
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link
**Benefits**:
17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/ entitlements may apply), 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation. Other employment benefits may include:
professional development, salary sacrificing options, wellness programs and the Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
📌 Fire Safety And Security Officers
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Brisbane