Administration Officer Level 5, Mental Health Executive Office - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service
Employment Type
: Temporary Full Time (through to July 2026)
Position Classification
: Administration Officer Level 5
Remuneration
: $79, $80,966.53 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week
: 38
Requisition ID
: REQ638613
Location
: Randwick, Sydney
Application Close Date:
15 February 2026
Part Time will be considered at 4 days per week.
Come Work With Us
Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service is seeking a motivated Executive Administration Officer (Admin Officer Level 5) to provide high-level executive and administrative support in a fast-paced mental health environment.
This role is ideal for recent graduates or postgraduate students (e.g. Health Management, Administration or similar) seeking exposure to executive operations and health service management within a large, complex organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high-level executive and administrative support to senior management
* Coordinate correspondence, briefs, agendas, minutes and reports
* Manage diaries, meetings, travel and competing priorities
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders across SESLHD and NSW Health
* Maintain records and systems in line with NSW Health requirements
About You
* You are organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Confidence working with senior stakeholders
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office
* A collaborative and adaptable approach
Current or recent study in a relevant discipline (e.g. Health Management, Health Administration or Business) is highly desirable.
For more information we encourage you to contact Olivia O'Neill on
Interviews are expected to be held between 23 February 2026 and 27 February 2026.
Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
Where you'll be working
Euroa Centre, ESMHS, located on The Prince of Wales Hospital campus, Randwick.
Additional Information And Benefits
* An eligibility list may be created for future Temporary Full Time positions
* Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
* Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
* Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
* Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible.
* Highly developed skills in prioritisation, organisation and time management along with an ability to work independently and unsupervised in order to meet deadlines.
* Highly developed computer literacy skills, including word processing, PowerPoint presentations, Outlook, and records management such as TRIM.
* Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
* Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, including ability to deal confidently and courteously with people at all levels.
* Demonstrated ability to accurately review, documents and correspondence with a very high level of attention to detail, including reviewing prewritten correspondence for senior managers.
* Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to integrate complex information from multiple sources.
* Considerable tact and diplomacy with proven ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive issues
Need more information?
* Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
* Find out more about applying for this position
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment- and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information For Applicants
* An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
* Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
* Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
* We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website