Administrative Officer - Project Assistance

Turn Administrative Work into Career Growth and Opportunity

Remuneration: $68,338.79 - $70,468.72 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging 
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time to October 2026
Position Classification: Admin Officer Level 3
Hours Per Week: 38hrs/week
Location: Tamworth Hospital 
Requisition ID: REQ607757
Closing Date: Sunday, 12th October 2025
 

Are you looking for a role that blends hands-on administrative work with exciting project opportunities? 
The Northwest Cancer Centre (NWCC) at Tamworth Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Administration Officer to join our dynamic and committed team.

Your Impact 

In this role, you will be at the heart of our busy administrative team, supporting the coordination of both in-person and telehealth outpatient appointments. You will also play a key part in planning the transition to Health Direct, our new telehealth platform, documenting processes, and working with stakeholders to establish smooth local workflows across NWCC-coordinated clinics.

This position offers a perfect balance between day-to-day administrative tasks and project-focused activities, giving you the opportunity to develop skills in both areas while contributing to the smooth operation of our centre.

Key Skills & Capabilities

We are looking for someone who can:

• Thrives in a busy environment, managing workload efficiently and effectively with ease
• Confident and comfortable using, or quickly learning, healthcare technology and systems
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently when needed
• A clear communicator who conveys both compassion and professionalism
   

We will provide on-the-job training and access to resources to help you grow in all aspects of the role, including administrative tasks, project work, and telehealth platform use. You will be supported by experienced team members, including the Team Leader, Admin, and the Manager of Oncology Clinical Trials & Research, to ensure you feel comfortable and confident. 

Why You Will Love It

This position is more than just administration – it’s an opportunity to:

• Develop dedicated skills in oncology and haematology administration
• Gain experience in project planning and service improvement
• Work in a supportive environment where your development is valued
• Open yourself to future opportunities within HNE Healthcare
• Extra day off a month
• Increase your take home pay with Salary Packaging and Fitness Passport options
• Access to Employee Assistance Program to promote your wellbeing 

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
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For role related queries or questions contact Amanda Hopson on Amanda.Hopson@health.nsw.gov.au

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.    

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A 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 A 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. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.  

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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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