Hunter New England Local Health District
Waratah, NSW
A$127,150-$144,444 p/a + Salary Packaging + 12% Super
On-site
Posted 4 days ago
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $127,150 - $144,444 Per Annum + Salary Packaging + 12% Super
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Waratah | Awabakal Country
Requisition ID: REQ608791
Applications Close: Sunday, 19th October 2025
Tentative Interview Dates: Thursday, 23rd & Friday 24th October 2025
About the Opportunity
* Lead the full cycle of recruitment, appointment, credentialing, and onboarding for medical officers across Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD).
* Provide expert strategic and operational guidance to the Executive team and senior stakeholders, influencing recruitment strategies that make a difference.
* Inspire, mentor, and develop a passionate team, cultivating a positive, high-performance culture.
* Drive ongoing improvements across recruitment systems, credentialing workflows and workforce service delivery, ensuring smarter more streamlined process at every stage.
* Represent HNELHD on state-wide working groups and committees, sharing your expertise to shape policy, strategy, and best practice.
About You
We’re looking for a motivated, strategic leader who thrives balancing day-to-day operational demands with long-term workforce planning.
To succeed in this role, you bring:
* Tertiary qualifications in business, health management, HR, education, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
* Proven recruitment expertise, ideally within medical or health workforce sectors.
* Strong leadership abilities with a knack for mentoring, influencing, and negotiating to achieve outstanding outcomes.
* Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, capable of navigating complex challenges.
* A track record of delivering projects, driving system improvements, and managing priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Why Join Us
* At HNELHD, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values diversity, cultural respect, and innovation.
* This is your opportunity to make a real impact, shaping medical workforce strategies that directly improve patient care across our district.
* You’ll benefit from being part of the broader NSW Health system, with access to flexible work options, professional growth opportunities, and a strong, supportive network across the state.
* Based in Waratah, Newcastle, you’ll enjoy the lifestyle benefits of one of Australia’s most liveable cities, just minutes from beautiful beaches, a thriving food and arts scene, and an easy drive to the Hunter Valley wine region. With excellent schools, affordable living, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle, it’s the perfect place to live and work.
Work-Life Balance
* Monthly Allocated Days Off
* 4 Weeks Annual Leave
* Paid Parental Leave (for eligible employees), supporting you during important life moments
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and immediate family members
* Proximity to Shopping & Services, enjoy easy access to amenities
* Fitness Passport, discounted gym memberships for you and your family
* Salary packaging options, up to $11,600 annually, plus novated leasing
About Hunter New England Local Health District
From the second-largest city in NSW up to the QLD border, the coastal towns of the lower mid-north coast to the agricultural fields of the North West; we provide public health services to many richly diverse regional and rural communities.
Our district is home to 1 tertiary referral hospital in Newcastle, 4 rural referral hospitals at Maitland, Manning, Tamworth and Armidale, as well as 20 district and community hospitals, 7 mental health inpatient facilities and 60+ community health services.
Joining Hunter New England Local Health District means becoming a valued member of our 18,000-strong workforce who provide safe and high-quality care to the almost one million people in our community.
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