Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS.
Qualified Security Officers are sought to join our Security Team in part-time and fixed-term opportunities. As part of a 24/7 service, you will provide security coverage across all BRHS premises, including the main acute campus, Maddocks Gardens Residential Aged Care facility and our Ross Street Community Health Campus.
The Contracts: Multiple opportunities available
- Ongoing part-time position – 72 hours per fortnight
- Fixed-term contracts available for up to 6 months
- Opportunity to work additional shifts and provide leave coverage across the roster
The Position:
In this role, you will be at the frontline of our health service, providing excellent customer service and ensuring the safety and security of staff, patients and visitors. You will reflect the BRHS’ commitment to provide the best care experience for every person, every time. Key tasks include:
- Regular patrols of building and perimeters
- Responding to Code Gray, Code Black and other emergency calls and assist as per policy and protocols
Why Should You Apply?
- Work for East Gippsland’s largest employer and healthcare provider
- Be part of a professional & collaborative environment
- Enjoy penalty rates for weekend and afternoon shifts
- Extensive salary packaging options to reduce your tax and increase your take home pay
- 5 weeks annual leave
The Ideal Applicant Will Demonstrate:
- Current Victorian security license and Certificate ll in Security Operations
- Proven excellent knowledge of security operations and procedures
- Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to follow directions, and adapt to different working environments and leadership styles.
- Well-developed ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with a wide range of people, including co-workers, health professionals, visitors, patients, residents, family members and external contacts including police and ambulance workers.
- Availability to work 24 hours across 7 days a week when covering leave is preferred
Please refer to the position description for other key selection criteria requirements here.
Interested? For more information contact:
Danielle McToldridge, Operational Director Workforce on 03 5150 3488
Applications close: Wednesday 26th August 2026
Suitable applicants may be interviewed prior to the closing date. The position may close earlier if a suitable applicant is appointed.
Applications are to include:
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role in line with the position description
- A resume (including two recent referees)
All appointments are subject to the below requirements. Successful applicants are unable to commence until these have been provided:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check
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At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]
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