Join our Operational Services team in Gladstone as a Fire Safety and Security Officer!

Help keep our hospital safe. Safety and security create a welcoming environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Patrol the grounds, respond to emergencies, and support fire safety and security efforts. Provide staff escorts, monitor CCTV, and assist with safety training, act as the Helicopter Safety Officer for the arrival and departure of helicopters on site. Be a key player in creating a secure and friendly environment while working with a supportive team.

If safety, teamwork, and making a difference excite you, apply now and be part of something special!

Job details

About us:

Operational Services provides a catering, housekeeping, ward support and fire safety and security service to the entire Gladstone Hospital facility and surrounds. The Fire Safety and Security function includes the provision of a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff as well attending to all aspects of Fire Safety which includes responding to calls for support, codes, and the management of aggression.

About the role:

• Conduct both vehicle mounted and foot patrols of all internal and external areas of the Gladstone Hospital facilities to ensure a safe and secure environment for all staff, visitors, and patients.
• Provide traffic management throughout the car parks when required on site to achieve compliance with all users.
• Maintain a positive strong security presence in and around the Gladstone Hospital facilities including regular patrols and welfare checks as appropriate.
• Provide staff escorts at shift changes or as requested and maintain the functionality or service providing CCTV and its dispersal as per operating procedures.
• Complete lock up checks of all buildings and internal and external areas on the Gladstone Hospital facilities at allocated times
• Provide areas access for staff throughout the facilities when appropriate.
• Control conduct and traffic management on Health Service land as per Part 8 Hospital and Health Boards Act 2011.

About you:

• A Certificate II in Security Operations (or equivalent) qualification is a mandatory requirement of this position.
• Well-developed knowledge in the methods, techniques and procedures involved with the provision of Fire Safety and Security services within a healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated successful communication, oral and written (both hard copy and electronic) skills relevant to the position, including conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise work commitments and manage time effectively.

What we offer:

• An hourly rate between $42.52 - $44.57 p.h. (Incl 25% casual loading)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL5E638671

Applications close: Sunday, 22 June 2025
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Further information

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Documents

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• GL5E638671 -Fire Safety and Security Officer (PDF, 337KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants