Health & Security Assistant - Wagga

Requisition Number: REQ662079
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant
Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Remuneration: $33.39 per hour (+ super + casual loading)
Applications Close: 15 June 2026

About Us

Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km, Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is the region's largest employer, with 5,000+ staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and a range of specialist and mental health services.

About the Opportunity

As a Health and Security Assistant (HASA), you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure environment at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. You will assist in ensuring the security and safety of all staff, patients and visitors and the protection of property as well as assisting with a range of other patient-focused duties such as cleaning, patient support and administrative tasks as required. This role operates on a 24-hour, 7-day rotating roster.

Please note, this role includes supporting the transfer of deceased patients, including preparing patients for mortuary transfer or viewings in accordance with health, safety, and dignity standards.

To find out more, please review the Position Description

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• NSW Security Licence (Class 1A) and current First Aid Certificate.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

• Confidence using computers and security systems.

• A current NSW Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain.
• Vaccination Category A compliance (as required by NSW Health).
• Availability and willingness to work a 24-hour, 7-day rotating roster.
• Ability to work independently and perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and apply relevant legislation, policy and professional standards.

• Resilience and composure when interacting with distressed, aggressive, or unpredictable individuals, including those affected by drugs, alcohol or mental illness.

• A current driver's licence and the ability to travel as needed

Why join MLHD?

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job, we offer the chance to make a real difference.

• Make a Meaningful Impact - Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Attractive Remuneration - Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
• Generous Salary Packaging - Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development - Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support - Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
  

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.

How to Apply

Find out more about applying for this position.

For role related queries or questions contact Craig Cooper on [email protected]

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Toolduring the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.