Security Officer

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Bayside Health is seeking a motivated Security Officer Grade 2 to join the Sandringham Hospital team in a permanent on-site role. This night shift covers Wednesday 22:00-06:00, Friday 23:00-07:00 and Saturday 23:00-07:00, focusing on electronic security logs, incident reporting, ID badge and access control management, and CCTV monitoring to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. The role prefers a Certificate II in Security Operations, a current Victorian Security License, a Working with Children Check and a Level 2 First Aid certificate, with healthcare security experience viewed favourably. Benefits include salary packaging, health insurance, onsite parking and fitness facilities. Apply by 11 pm AEDT on 28 July 2026 to [email protected].

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Permanent position
• Part time Night shift: working hours:
  • Wednesday 2200–0600 hrs (Porter/Security)
  • Friday 2300–0700 hrs (Security)
  • Saturday 23:00 - 0700 (Security)
• Located at Sandringham hospital
• Security Officer Grade 2 (GF23)
• Great staff benefits, including salary packaging

The Department

Support Services provides the core Support Services of Non-ward Cleaning, Gardens and Grounds, Distribution, Security, Ward Support, Food Services, Fleet Management and Car Parking. The position of Security Officer is a key operational role within the Support Services team.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated individual to join the Security team at Sandringham Hospital.

Applicants should have the ability work night shifts: Wednesday to Saturday 2300 - 0700.

With focus on electronic security log, Incident reporting, Management of ID badge and access control functions and monitoring of CCTV. 

It is preferential that candidates hold a minimum current Certificate 11 in security operations, have good communication skills, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of responsibility. Experience with security operations within the Health Care industry would be well regarded.

This role requires good time management and organisational skills, as the main function is the provision to provide a safe environment for patients/residents, staff and visitors.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Preferred minimum Certificate II in Security Operations
• Hold a current Victorian Security License 
• Hold current Working with Children Check
• Possess a current level two (or higher) First Aid Certificate
• Experience in site emergency evacuation procedures

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

For more detail on the role, please download the attached Position Description.

If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Simon Taskov, Security Supervisor - [email protected]

Applications close 11pm AEDT, Tuesday 28 July 2026

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.