Position Profile:
This recruitment pool will be utilised to fill vacancies at Royal Perth Hospital, Bentley Health Service and Armadale Health Service. In August 2026, Mount Lawley Hospital will also be coming under East Metropolitan Health Service, and this pool may be utilised to fill vacancies there.
Role Overview:
We are seeking calm and confident individuals to join our team as a Security Officer. If you are comfortable communicating with people at all levels and asking questions and relaying critical information to clinical staff on the legal requirements of patients being held in the hospital, we encourage you to apply. You will have the ability to use empty hand techniques in a controlled manner to safely restrain patients and visitors, if required. You will also be able to prioritise tasks when they are coming into the control room to be able to direct the mobile Security Team to the most critical incidents first whilst ensuring you communicate to the areas of the hospital that require assistance from Security.
Most new staff will join as casual and, when permanent vacancies become available, we can offer an annualised salary with an average payment of penalties each fortnight and we offer a 4 on (2 day shifts and 2 night shifts) and 5 days off which enables you to have a better work‐life balance.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time and Casual appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
EMHS is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist. We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability.
Aboriginal Workforce:
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.
Eligibility to Apply:
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other Conditions:
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‐employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: www.wwc.wa.gov.au.
Our hospital network works together to provide a combination of tertiary, secondary and specialist health care services including emergency and critical care, state trauma, elective and emergency surgery, general medical, mental health, inpatient and outpatient services, aged care, palliative care, rehabilitation and women's, children's and neonates services.
The EMHS consists of Royal Perth Hospital; Armadale Health Service; Bentley Health Service; Kalamunda Hospital; St John of God Midland Public Hospital and a range of community and population health services.
Employee Benefits:
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Flexible leave arrangements.
* Other professional and location based allowances.
* 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
Selection Criteria:
* Certificate II in Security Operations or at least two years' experience in security or related field and demonstrate experience in the conduct of security operations.
* Demonstrated, verbal and non‐verbal communication skills, including active listening, conflict resolution, empathy and de‐escalation techniques in stressful situations.
* Effective written communication skills including the ability to produce well‐structured and comprehensive reports.
* Demonstrated experience in dealing with people from a culturally diverse background and people with disabilities.
Application Instructions:
Applicants are requested to apply online. It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Covering Letter and CV Submission:
Applicants are advised to write a covering letter, write a statement addressing the below selection criteria in no more than 2 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Important Notice:
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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