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Make a difference in surgical care delivery across our region!
Remuneration:$141,974 – $169,151 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type:Temporary Full Time – 12-month contract
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 4
Hours Per Week:38
Location:Negotiable Location
Requisition ID:REQ576303
Closing Date:Sunday the 8th of June
We are seeking a dynamic and driven District Surgical Project Officer to support and lead the delivery of key initiatives within the HNELHD Surgical Services Strategy.
This is a pivotal role that will see you working closely with operational managers, clinicians, and executive teams to ensure patients across the district receive timely, high-quality, and equitable access to elective surgical services.
Your Impact
As the District Surgical Project Officer, you will:
Partner with the District Surgical Waitlist Manager to support strategic and operational improvements across elective surgical services.
Coordinate the District's response to the HNE/MOH Surgical Taskforce.
Manage outsourced elective surgery agreements.
Drive initiatives aimed at reducing wait times, expanding surgical capacity, and improving throughput across facilities.
Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders—including clinicians, general managers, and patient access teams—to operationalise integrated care models and deliver against KPIs.
Learn More About your key responsibilities here: Position Description
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Proven experience in surgical waitlist management and improving elective surgery access.
Ability to develop and implement district-wide strategies that reduce overdue surgeries.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working across multidisciplinary teams.
Extensive background in health service delivery and leading change in complex environments.
Excellent leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills to drive service improvements.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a team that is transforming surgical services across the region.
Work in a supportive environment committed to professional growth and development.
Contribute to meaningful health outcomes for communities across the District.
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Monthly Allocated Days Off
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
For role related queries or questions contact Susan Heyman on
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community.
We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process.
We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.
Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Additional Information
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia.
Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
This is a Category B position.Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay!
Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt.
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Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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