Patient Support & Security (Wairau) 1.0 FTE

Patient Support Security Worker (Emergency Department), Wairau Hospital, Permanent Full-time

• Get to apply your interpersonal skills to make a  real difference to people’s lives.
• Work within a supportive team environment to ensure a safe space for patients, whanau and staff.

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

As a Patient Support Security Worker,  you will undertake a variety security duties within the Wairau Campus, you will work with staff to best meet the needs of patients and their whānau accessing our services.  You will also assist our teams to ensure that we continue to provide a welcoming and safe environment.

This is a permanent full-time role working 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE). In this role, you will work rostered and rotating shifts, Monday to Sunday, 8.00PM to 6.30AM. There is no on-call.

Please view the position description for further information.  

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of 15 help and assist to provide an environment that is calm and welcoming for all.For more information on living and working in Blenheim click here.

About you

As a Patient Support Security Worker within the Blenheim Campus, you will display a rational and calm manner and have the skills to effectively de-escalate difficult situations, whilst promoting a safe and therapeutic environment for all. You will be able to relate well to patients and their visitors, as well as be able to communicate and liaise with the clinical teams and workforce, whilst following directions.  You will have the skill-set to use your initiative and proactively seek out opportunities when support might required. 

Previous experience in security, or a related industry is preferred. However, this is not essential as full training will be provided.

Additionally you will have:

• Empathy and a non-judgemental attitude towards patients and members of the public;
• The ability to relate with ease to people from a variety of different cultures and backgrounds;
• The ability to communicate and recognise concerns or issues that may affect patient welfare;
• A good level of physical fitness and mobility.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ work visa at the time of applying.

Working at 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 18 June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

SonjaRae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzOR

Simon Trillo (Security Manager) at simon.trillo@nmdhb.govt.nz .

Job ref: R1W26-040

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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