Lead security strategy across one of NSW's largest health districts
Drive risk management, compliance and operational excellence
Shape the future of healthcare security and workforce capability
Manage district-wide security operations, build high-performing teams and create innovative security solutions across a complex healthcare environment.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 4
Remuneration: $147,653 - $175,917 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) delivers healthcare to one of Australia's fastest growing and most diverse communities. Based at Westmead Hospital, this senior leadership role provides strategic oversight of Security Services across Westmead, Auburn, Cumberland, Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals, along with Community Health Centres throughout the District.
You'll join a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where safety, innovation and continuous improvement are at the centre of everything we do. This is a unique opportunity to influence security strategy at scale while supporting frontline healthcare services that make a genuine difference to the community.
Lead security operations across multiple hospital and community health sites
Partner with executive leaders, clinicians and operational stakeholders
Drive district-wide security transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
Influence major redevelopment, growth and service expansion projects
Build a positive, high-performing and future-focused security culture
What you'll be doing
As District Security Manager, you will provide strategic leadership, governance and operational direction for Security Services across WSLHD. You will lead the implementation of the District Security Strategy, ensuring compliance, managing risk and delivering contemporary security solutions that support safe healthcare environments.
Develop and implement district-wide security strategies, policies and risk management frameworks
Lead compliance with the Security Industry Act, WHS legislation, NSW Health standards and security governance requirements
Partner with clinical, operational and executive stakeholders to identify risks and deliver effective security outcomes
Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, training, rostering, financial performance and contractor management
Drive security audits, incident management, quality improvement programs and service innovation across the District
Apply today and help deliver safer healthcare for Western Sydney
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Extensive experience in managing security issues within a complex organisation and strong interpersonal communication, negotiation, influencing and motivational skills which demonstrate a capacity to build and maintain relationships with a diverse stakeholder group.
Demonstrated ability to manage the development and monitoring of systems to ensure a safe workplace and compliance with WHS obligations and a commitment and capacity to implement, and provide leadership in government policies and practices, including EEO, cultural diversity, ethical practice and continuous improvement.
Requisition ID: REQ671365
Applications Close: 28 June 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Kat Volas on 0429 458 542.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Westmead Hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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