This is a Recruitment Pool for
Permanent Full Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Casual Appointments,
with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
Currently we have multiple
Permanent Full-Time positions available at Fremantle Hospital and
multiple opportunities available at Peel Health Campus and
Rockingham Hospital.
About this role
Currently we are seeking vigilant and compassionate
Security Officers to join our team.
As a Security Officer working for South Metropolitan Health
Service, you’ll play a pivotal role who will be responsible for
providing a security service for staff, patients, visitors,
premises, and property at South Metropolitan healthcare sites,
including Emergency Departments, Mental Health areas, hospitals,
Community Health facilities and other public open areas.
Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the safety and
well-being of our patients, staff and visitors within our South
Metropolitan Health Service health facilities. Don't miss this
opportunity to make a significant impact – apply now and be a part
of our committed team!
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Certificate Ill in Security Operations or evidence of Cert
Ill competency and demonstrated experience in operational
security duties.
- Effective communication and conflict resolution skills,
experienced in managing difficult and aggressive persons, to
achieve positive outcomes.
- Ability to maintain the level of physical fitness required
to safely and effectively meet the operational requirements of
the role.
PLEASE NOTE: There are several stages of the SMHS
Security Officer recruitment process – you must be available to
attend in person the following stages as per the dates
below:
- Physical Fitness Assessment:
4 – 7 May 2026
- Group Interviews:
11 – 15 May 2026
(These dates are subject to change)
Want to know more? We encourage you to
contact Joshua Monteiro on 08 9431 2602.
If you are ready to partner with us see the application
instructions below:
Your application should include:
- A comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae (CV) that
clearly demonstrates your work experience, skills and
achievements relevant to the role.
- A statement in no more than 2–3 pages, addressing the
selection criteria in the context of the work-related
requirements as outlined in the Job Description Form
(JDF).
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional
referees. It is preferable for one of the referees to be a
current supervisor or manager.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to
applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete
the online application process as you will be required to answer
various questions and attach your documentation.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please
contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance
during business hours.
Employee Benefits
Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in
line with operational requirements):
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study
leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location-based allowances
- For further information click
here.
Eligibility
Are you eligible? 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).
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all
forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are
committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA
Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve
equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to
this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
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 vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With
Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the
WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which
appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments
may be made from this pool until 31/12/2026.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or
after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
