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. On 1 January 2026, Alfred Health will come together with Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service to create Bayside Health, a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians. The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.

• 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 & 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, Friday 17th October 2025.

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. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au