Join Our Recruitment Unit and Help Shape the Future of Healthcare
Employment Type: Various Positions Available
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 6
Remuneration: $83,554.59 - $85,530.07 + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 Hours per Week
Requisition ID: REQ665313
Closing Date: Monday 15th June 2026
Location: Waratah Campus.
About The Role
As a Senior Recruitment Officer, you will be a key point of contact for hiring managers and Recruitment Officers, delivering proactive, candidate‐focused recruitment services that support the attraction and appointment of high‐quality talent across the organisation. You will oversee end‐to‐end recruitment activities, provide guidance and support to stakeholders, and contribute to the delivery of efficient, compliant, and customer‐focused services.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate end‐to‐end recruitment processes for clinical and non‐clinical positions.
* Support high‐volume talent acquisition initiatives, achieving hiring targets while ensuring compliance with recruitment policies and procedures.
* Act as a trusted recruitment partner to hiring managers and key stakeholders.
* Supervise and support the day‐to‐day activities of Recruitment Officers.
* Provide operational support to Recruitment Managers.
* Assist with the orientation, training and professional development of recruitment staff.
* Ensure recruitment activities comply with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
* Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive recruitment outcomes.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and enhance the candidate experience.
* Opportunity to contribute to the rural incentives programme, helping attract and retain skilled health care professionals in regional and rural communities where workforce support is critical.
About You
You are an experienced recruitment professional who thrives in a fast‐paced, high‐volume environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service.
You Will Bring
* Experience in recruitment, HR administration or a transactional HR environment within a large and complex organisation.
* Strong knowledge of recruitment processes, talent sourcing strategies and HRIS/e‐Recruitment systems.
* Ability to manage competing priorities, high workloads and strict deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a commitment to providing quality customer service.
* Experience interpreting employment awards, agreements and recruitment policies.
* Proven ability to coach, mentor, train and support team members to deliver high‐quality outcomes.
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Marketing or equivalent experience.
Benefits
* Make a difference: grow the workforce by welcoming nurses, midwives, allied health and non‐clinical staff.
* Supportive team: collaborate in a diverse environment dedicated to attracting top talent.
* Community impact: contribute to a highly regarded public health facility where your work matters.
* Career growth: access professional development opportunities within Workforce Operations and the wider health district.
* Extra benefits: salary packaging and an employee assistance programme for you and your family.
* Social perks: friendly team, regular lunches and a positive work environment.
* Salary packaging options: up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
* Fitness passport: discounted gym options for you and your family.
Employee Assistance Programme
EAP for staff and family members.
Eligibility & Visa
* To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.
* Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified; offers will be in line with the conditions and expiry date of the visa.
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Information For Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. This is a Category B position; recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 before offer and all new employees must agree to comply with the policy.
Diversity and Inclusion
Hunter New England Local Health District is 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 high‐quality health care. 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. Please contact HNELHD‐Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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