About this role
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Security Operations Manager to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Establish a leadership and management framework that promotes the principles of quality security services
Manage, analyse and interpret the security incident reporting system
Provide specialist advice in relation to complex security matters
Manage subordinate staff located at different facilities including staff allocation, rostering, performance appraisal and development
About you
To be successful in this position you will require
Possession of Queensland Security Licence is highly desirable
Possession of a minimum of a Certificate II in Security Operations is highly desirable
Drivers Licence
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Base salary ranging from $109,262 - $118,881 per annum
About Us
The Protective Services Department within Security Operations protects the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service people, assets, and facilities from physical hazards by preventing, detecting, and responding to threats using access controls, surveillance systems and alarms to continuously monitor our people and our facilities.
The Protective Services Department safeguard a secure environment for patients, staff and visitors within Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service facilities through incident response, loss prevention, risk assessments, and monitoring suspicious activity.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 11 September 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC690769
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About security roles for ex-police
Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.
See all security jobs in Gold Coast →Why this fits a police background — match score 85/100
- Incident command & response
- Protection & firearms
- Surveillance & covert work
- Risk & threat assessment
- Security operations