Regional Security Instructor, Te Manawa Taki & Northern Region

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Permanent, full time
• Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, or Rotorua based

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. 

About the Role

The role's primary focus is to deliver comprehensive, up-to-date Healthcare Security Officer training for both new and existing staff, as well as training Clinical Incident Leads, utilising internal and external resources. It includes educating workers on security safety, responding to and managing violence at work, monitoring and enhancing service quality, and ensuring timely updates on process changes. Additionally, the role keeps senior clinical and management staff informed of security issues and provides advice as needed. This role is regionally based as a function of the national training programme, with primary focus and responsibility for Health New Zealand sites within your region.

About you

As part of the national training team, you will be responsible for delivering a responsive and efficient security service during both normal operations and incidents. You will play a key role in managing security service delivery, supporting effective operations 24/7, including being part of the on-call roster. In addition to your operational duties, you will also educate workers on security safety best practices, including delivering Safety Intervention training to enhance the safety culture within the organisation.

We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in safety services to join our team. With at least 5 years of experience in the safety services field, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and safety of our hospitals and kaimahi. Ideally, you are already a certified CPI Safety Intervention Trainer, or you possess the fitness and ability to achieve this qualification.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.   

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 16 March 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact please contact Matt Kelly at matt.kelly@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.