Lead, protect, and respond as Rockhampton Hospital’s Fire Safety and Security Team Leader!

Join the passionate team driving innovation and delivering expert care close to home while strengthening frontline safety, coordinating critical incidents, and maintaining a secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors. From emergency codes and critical situations to workforce coordination and overseeing patrols, you’ll be the person our regional community can count on.

If you’re a confident leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and knows how to balance people, process, and precision - this is your chance to grow, lead, and contribute to safer care for your community.

Job details

About us:

At Rockhampton Hospital, big things are happening and we're just getting started. As the largest hospital in Central Queensland and the region's leading referral hub, we're proud to deliver expert care close to home for our communities. With exciting developments like a new Cardiac Hybrid Theatre and a dedicated Mental Health Inpatient Unit on the way, we're building a future that puts patients first, meeting the needs of Central Queenslanders. Our team is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and making a real difference every single day.

About the role:

• Guide and support the Fire Safety and Security Service team, ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone across Rockhampton Hospital and surrounding facilities through strong frontline leadership and coordination.
• Take the lead in shaping high-quality service standards by overseeing patrols, auditing reports, reviewing incidents, and using data insights to identify trends and drive continuous improvements in safety and security practices.
• Be at the heart of operations by managing rostering, performance development, and day-to-day workforce coordination, while ensuring compliance with policies and delivering efficient, responsive services across the board.
• Work closely with internal teams and external emergency services, responding to real-time incidents, emergency codes, and critical situations, making a genuine impact on the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors.

About you:

• You bring strong leadership capability with a passion for guiding teams in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. While not mandatory, qualifications in leadership, management, or security are highly desirable for this position.
• You bring a solid understanding of relevant standards, policies, legislation, and regulations for Fire Safety and Security Services in healthcare settings, confidently applying them to maintain high compliance, quality, and professionalism in a dynamic 24/7 environment.
• You are a confident communicator with well-developed interpersonal skills, able to consult, collaborate, and objectively assess complex or sensitive incidents, including those involving occupational violence, while maintaining professionalism and fairness.
• You're comfortable with computers, mobile devices, and operational systems, quickly adapting to shifting priorities and using technology to support seamless reporting, coordination, and effective decision-making.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $106,744 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $42.85 - $47.18 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6F685065

Applications close: Tuesday, 21 July 2026

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

This position will be filled in accordance with Queensland Public Health Sector (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 12) 2025.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6F685065 - Fire Safety and Security Team Leader (PDF)