Project Officer - Keeping Well In the Community (Health Manager Lvl 2) - Perm FT/PT/Temp PT
Employment Type: Permanent full time or part time and temporary part time, 16 hours per week, up until May 2026
Location: Bolger Street Campbelltown
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $109,857.00 – $129,624.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ585075
Application Close Date: 06/07/2025
Interview Date Range: 09/07/2025 – 16/07/2025
Contact Details: Megan Kent | 8778 7873 | Megan.Kent@health.nsw.gov.au
About The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and driven project team powering innovation across Primary and Community Health. We’re seeking enthusiastic, solutions-focussed and highly organised professionals to join our team and help bring bold ideas to life and drive positive change for our community.
In this dynamic role, you will work in a fast paced, high-volume environment where agility, prioritisation and a focus on outcomes are key. Your ability to juggle competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and deliver high-impact results will be valued.
Collaboration is central to what we do – your strong communication and interpersonal skills will help you forge trusted partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders.
We offer flexible work arrangements, including the option for some work from home. Candidates seeking both full time and part time (Job Share) work are encouraged to apply.
What You'll Be Doing
This role is part of the Keeping Well in Community Project team at SWSLHD and will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders including the Project Manager Keeping Well in Community, Director Keeping Well in Community and various other Primary and Community Health stakeholders.
SWSLHD Primary & Community Health provides a comprehensive range of community-based services designed to improve and maintain the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities across South Western Sydney.
These services include prevention, early intervention, assessment, acute and post-acute treatment, health maintenance, and continuing care. The team supports diverse populations, offering specialised programs for children, young people, older adults, and at-risk communities.
With over 800 dedicated staff, including Aboriginal Health Workers, nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, the service ensures high-quality care close to where people live.
The focus on community health and wellbeing makes SWSLHD Primary & Community Health an ideal place to work, providing opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Tertiary qualifications in science, health or related field, or relevant work experience. Experience working within a project environment with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks in a high volume and demanding environment with a proven ability to prioritise competing timelines and achieve results.
- Demonstrated high competence in the use of computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with an ability to interact effectively with staff at various levels and external stakeholders to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships.
- Ability to work independently, including demonstrated autonomy in identifying and responding to emerging and unforeseen issues.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in change management and project management including the ability to plan, design, implement, monitor and evaluate of new programs and services for improved care.
- Demonstrated extensive practical knowledge of clinical systems and health services, including a strong understanding of acute care, community health and primary care.
- Sound problem solving skills and high-level analytical skills including the ability to analyse, interpret and present information to inform decision making, deal with challenges creatively and achieve business focused solutions.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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For role related queries or questions contact Megan Kent on Megan.Kent@health.nsw.gov.au
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
