Security Officer

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent position
• Part time and full time positions available
• Located at The Alfred
• 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 Alfred Hospital.

Applicants should have the ability to be flexible for hours, night and afternoon shifts, weekend work.

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 and novated leasing are available
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Discounted staff parking (subject to availability)

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

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Steve Vanderpas, Security Manager – [email protected]

Applications close 11pm AEDT, Friday 27th of December  2024.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, 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. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au