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.
$87,813 – $116,824 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 15 November 2026 | Wollongong Hospital | REQ659295 | Grade: Health Manager Level 1 | Applications close: 8 May 2026
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
ISLHD has adopted four fundamental values which will form the foundation of our organisation: Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment (CORE). These values are the principles which will underpin our day to day work and guide how we interact with our patients and each other.
Medical Workforce Unit (MWU) is committed to delivering high quality, client-focused and professional services that support the organisation in the delivery of its core function, which is the provision of high quality, safe and efficient health services that are responsive to the needs of patients, carers and the community.
Senior Medical Officer (SMO) Services provides expertise to SMO's and their managers within ISLHD, regarding policy, credentialing and employment records and associated services.
Each Co-ordinator will be responsible for one of two portfolios which currently are:
· Northern Illawarra Hospitals Group including MDAAC
· Southern Illawarra Hospitals Group, including Mental Health, Shoalhaven Hospital Group.
Each Co-ordinator will supervise at least one Medical Workforce Support Officer within the team.
Responsible for the portfolio allocated, this position manages the provision of an effective and efficient recruitment, contract management, onboarding, Training Education Study Leave (TESL) and other leave in addition to advice and support on a range of senior medical workforce issues including, but not limited to, governance, audit, credentialing, appointment, and contracting of senior medical officers, consistent with NSW Ministry of Health (MoH) and Local Health District policy directives and initiatives. In addition, this position provides specialised technical support for the management of the SMO Database and Web platforms within SMO Services to achieve business and service objectives.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category B role
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in health management, business administration, human resources or relevant equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
This is a temporary parental leave relief position until 15 November 2026 with the possibility of an extension at same or reduced hours
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
- Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Kathryn Meharg on
ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.