Security Officer

What is a Security Officer?

Security officers protect people and property, and maintain crowd control.

Roles of a Security Officer

• Security Officers work in all areas of the health service. Duties include:
• Patrol areas and check doors, gates and windows for signs of unauthorised entry
• Watch for irregularities (e.g. fire hazards, leaking water pipes, lights left on, equipment malfunctions, unlocked security doors) and report incidents or problems to the appropriate authority
• Record times of inspections and presence of authorised persons
• Respond to alarms and check alarm systems
• Traffic Control
• Theft Investigation
• Monitor computer alarm systems, closed circuit television (CCTV) systems and communicate by radio with mobile units to attend alarms
• Issue security passes, give directions and make security arrangements for authorised visitors
• Form part of the Fire Team
• Responding to duress or intrusion alarms
• Provide assistance to the public and clients.
• Providing in-service lectures on security and safety aspects

Career Opportunities

There is the opportunity to be appointed Special Constable of NSW and to become a Fire Officer and/or a Security Training Officer. Experience and ability can lead to an in charge position and Department Manager.

Qualification Required

Current Security Certificate 2 Licence ABC. You can also become a security officer through a traineeship in Security and Risk Management.

Supervision Provided

A comprehensive orientation program is provided for all new staff members with ongoing support.

What sort of person should I be?

• Reasonably physically fit
• Calm and self-controlled under pressure
• Personal skills required of a Security Officer
• Able to resolve conflict and provide solutions to problems
• Good time management skills
• Physically fit (may be required to pass a medical examination)
• Good hearing and eyesight (may be corrected)
• Observant
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Able to deal with members of the public in an official capacity
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Age limits apply for the carrying of firearms
• Able to pass a police check
• Australian citizenship or eligibility for citizenship, for Australian protective service officer positions.

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