Requisition ID: REQ647492
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $83,554.59 - $85,530.07 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital
Applications close: 06/04/2026
Contact: Niloofar Faridfar - Executive Officer | General Managers Unit on Niloofar.Faridfar@health.nsw.gov.au or (02) 9722 8225
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
An Executive Assistant to a General Manager plays a pivotal role in keeping a business aligned, informed, and moving forward. The position sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and communication, acting as the GM's trusted partner who ensures priorities are executed, information flows smoothly, and decisions are supported with clarity and preparation.
* Provide high level executive and administrative support directly to the General Manager of Bankstown Lidcombe Hospital, contributing to the smooth operation of a major healthcare service.
* Coordinate complex schedules, meetings, and communications in a fast paced, high stakes environment where your organisational strengths genuinely make a difference.
* Play a central role in supporting strategic initiatives and hospital-wide activities through efficient workflow management and stakeholder coordination.
* Join a purpose driven organisation where your work supports improved patient care and community health outcomes.
Are You the Right Fit?
An ideal Executive Assistant to a General Manager combines sharp operational capability with the judgment and presence needed to support a senior leader. The strongest candidates are not just organised—they are trusted partners who elevate the GM's effectiveness and help the organisation run smoothly.
* Thrives in a dynamic environment and brings exceptional organisational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
* Demonstrates strong judgement, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive information with absolute confidentiality.
* Experienced in executive level administration, ideally within a large, complex organisation such as healthcare or government.
* Proactive, resourceful, and able to anticipate needs before they arise, ensuring the General Manager is always well supported.
* Communicates clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
* Share the key factors driving your interest in becoming the Executive Assistant to the General Manager at Bankstown‐Lidcombe Hospital. What aspects of working within the General Manager's Unit excite or motivate you the most?
* Tell us about a time you successfully managed competing priorities under pressure. Describe a situation where you were responsible for multiple high‐priority tasks with tight deadlines. How did you maintain accuracy, timeliness, and quality in your work while supporting executive‐level operations?
* Describe your experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders. Provide an example of how you've communicated and collaborated with internal and external stakeholders in a professional setting. What strategies did you use to ensure clear communication, effective follow‐up, and positive outcomes?
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* Position Information
o Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
* How to Apply
o Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
* Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
o We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD‐EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
o We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
* Aboriginal Workforce
o For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD‐AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
* Financial Perks
o 12% superannuation
o Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
o Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part‐time staff)
o One extra day off each month for full-time employees
* Work-Life Balance
o Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
o Paid maternity and parental leave
o Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
* Grow Your Career
o Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
* Health & Wellbeing
o Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
o Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
o Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
* Temporary visa holders
o May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
* Vaccination Requirements
o All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
* Child Safe Employment
o South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child‐safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‐being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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