Do you have what it takes to keep Gladstone Hospital safe? We’re seeking Fire Safety and Security Officers to join the team on a casual basis.

The Fire Safety and Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of staff, patients, visitors, and assets across the facility. This involves conducting regular patrols, both on foot and via vehicle, managing traffic in car parks, and maintaining a visible security presence. The role includes responding to emergencies such as fire alarms, duress signals, and aggressive behaviour, as well as controlling access to the hospital and assisting with fire safety inspections, equipment testing, and staff training.

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Job details

About us:

Gladstone Hospital provides a range of services to Gladstone and the Banana region. A new emergency department is being built which will double the departments current capacity. Our Destination 2030: Great Care for Central Queenslanders strategy¹ will see Gladstone Hospital developed as a centre for emergency care, medical inpatient and day surgery excellence. This will optimise outreach services to deliver care closer to home in the Gladstone and Banana rural communities.

About the role:

The Fire Safety and Security Officer is responsible for providing facility, building and asset security, including protecting the personal safety of patients, staff, visitors and the general public whilst on health services land. This is achieved by providing regular monitoring of the environment and emergency response services.

About you:

• 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 staff escorts at shift changes or as requested and maintain the functionality or service providing CCTV and its dispersal as per Operating Procedures.
• Emergency response – responding to fire protection, duress alarms, building alarm systems and calls for an emergency response as per Code Black and Red Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Act as the Helicopter Safety Officer for the arrival and departure of helicopters on site. Maintain the safety of the HLS including ‘make safe' activities to eliminate slip and trip hazards after each departure of any helicopter ensuring no slip hazards such as oil remains on the helipad.

What we offer:

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

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

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) GL5L671940

Applications close: Sunday, 8 February 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• GL5L671940 - Fire Safety and Security Officer (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)