Senior Security Officer
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- Security
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- Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ648924 Requisition #
Lead security operations in NSW’s largest mental health facility
Mentor and develop a high-performing security team
Work in a dynamic, safety-focused healthcare environment
Lead, manage and strengthen security operations while mentoring a team to deliver safe, responsive care in a complex mental health setting.
Employment Type: Permanent Full and Part Time roles available
Position Classification: Senior Security Officer
Remuneration: $68,594.99 - $70,161.91 per annum / $34.59 - $35.38 per hour
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta
Where you'll be working
Cumberland Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District, is NSW’s largest and Australia’s oldest mental health facility—renowned for delivering innovative, patient-centred care in a supportive and collaborative environment. Located in North Parramatta, you’ll join a service committed to safety, respect and continuous improvement.
Be part of a leading mental health service with primary to tertiary care
Work within a values-driven culture focused on innovation and respect
Join a growing network linked to the Westmead Integrated Mental Health Complex
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and emergency services
Access ongoing professional development aligned to CORE Values
What you'll be doing
As a Senior Security Officer (Team Leader), you will lead frontline security operations while actively supporting and mentoring your team to maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Lead, supervise and train a team of Security Officers
Monitor and respond to incidents using CCTV, alarms and access systems
Conduct risk assessments and implement safety strategies
De-escalate complex situations with professionalism and care
Partner with clinicians, police and emergency services to ensure safety
Join Us
Be part of a team delivering meaningful impact every day. At Western Sydney Local Health District, you’ll be supported to grow your career while contributing to safer communities. Apply now and help shape the future of mental health care.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirement:
Licence: Class 1A Licence as issued under the Security Industry Act 1997
Qualification: Certificate II in Security Guarding and Current Senior First Aid Certificate
Selection Criteria:
NSW Driver Licence with excellent driving record (full or provisional class C)
Excellent communication (verbal and written) including reporting and analytical capabilities
Experience in working in customer service role particularly dealing with traffic monitoring
Demonstrated ability to undertake customer service/ public relations role and managing difficult situations
Demonstrated ability to adapt and learn current and emerging security and IT systems
Demonstrated ability or significant experience in managing a team to meet the organisational deliverables
Excellent interpersonal skills
Requisition ID: REQ648924
Applications Close: 2nd April 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Charles George on 0417 043 857 or Charles.George@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
