Aboriginal Workforce Manager (Health Manager Lvl 3) - Perm FT
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $127,150.00 – $144,444.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ573211
Application Close Date: 09/06/2025
Interview Date Range: 12/06/02025 – 19/06/2025
Contact Details: Angy Dinevska – 02 8738 5929 | SWSLHD-PeopleandCulture@health.nsw.gov.au
⚫️🟡🔴In this role being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement, and is authorised by section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NSW).⚫️🟡🔴
About the Opportunity
South West Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) are currently recruiting to the Aboriginal Workforce Manager Position (HM3). SWSLHD operates its services on the lands of the Dharawal, Darug and Gundungurra peoples and has a rich history of working alongside local Aboriginal organisations and programs.
The Aboriginal Workforce Manager's role is to provide advocacy, leadership, cultural support, guidance, and education to increase and improve the representation of Aboriginal people across the SWSLHD workforce in all Health professions.
The role will be responsible for reviewing the implementation of the SWSLHD 2022-2026 Aboriginal Workforce Plan and development of a new strategy. Here is a link to the current plan: Aboriginal_Workforce_Plan.pdf (nsw.gov.au)
The Aboriginal Workforce Team includes two positions with the Aboriginal Workforce Development Coordinators (HM2) reporting to the Aboriginal Workforce Manager.
The Aboriginal Workforce Team is based within the People and Culture Directorate which is responsible for leading the development and implementation of workforce strategies, including talent management, organisational development, and a positive work culture.
The Aboriginal Workforce Team is also supported by the Aboriginal Health Unit which supports cultural governance, connection to a large Aboriginal Management group and access to cultural supervision.
To find out more about the SWSLHD Aboriginal Health Unit you can contact Director, Aboriginal Health, Jemma Milloy via Jemma.Milloy@health.nsw.gov.au or 0402 145 392.
The role has an office based in Liverpool/Warwick Farm with travel across SWSLHD and NSW Ministry of Health sites, as required. Flexible working practices are highly supported.
You can find out more about the Aboriginal Workforce Activities via their Facebook page: Facebook
What You'll be Doing
The Aboriginal Workforce Manager’s role is to provide advocacy, leadership, cultural support, guidance and education to increase and improve the representation of Aboriginal people across the SWSLHD workforce in all Health professions.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centres, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
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.
- This is an Aboriginal identified role, please describe your cultural and community connections.
- This role requires a strong commitment to engaging Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal staff at all levels of the organisation, as well as building effective partnerships with external stakeholders to support Aboriginal employment and career progression. Please provide an example of how you have applied your cultural capability and stakeholder engagement skills in practice.
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Additional Information
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.
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