Aboriginal Administrative Traineeship

About this role

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until August 2027 Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 2 Remuneration: $69,272.27 - $71,570.21 per annum plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ680883 Location: Caringbah, Sydney Applications Close: 30 August 2026 An applicant's race and gender are genuine occupational qualifications and is authorised under Section 14(d) and 31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. This is an Aboriginal Identified role. We are seeking someone who brings cultural capability and lived experience as an Aboriginal person. As part of your application, we ask you to provide documentation confirming your Aboriginality. Your cultural capability will also be assessed throughout the recruitment process. What you'll be doing The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is 'exceptional care, healthier lives'. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it. SESLHD is committed to improving the care provided to our patients in line with our vision of working together to improve the health and wellbeing of our community. This is an Aboriginal Identified Role - we need someone to bring their cultural capability and lived experience as an Aboriginal person to this role. As part of the recruitment process, we will ask you to provide documentation to confirm your Aboriginality and your cultural capability will also be assessed through the recruitment process Employees in the Traineeship Program work full-time for undertaking rotating placements of 3 months duration through areas such as Hospital Outpatient/Inpatient Services, Clinical Services and Administration Services. Employees are developed and supported through the traineeship via a range of professional development activities, including training courses and mentoring and applying their knowledge on the job. To complement the workplace learning and accelerate their knowledge, trainees are required to successfully undertake and complete all components of the Certificate III Health Administration. For role related queries or questions contact Bronwyn Clarke on Bronwyn.Clarke@health.nsw.gov.auSelection Criteria: 1. This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Applicants will be required to provide confirmation of Aboriginality as part of the recruitment process. 2. Willingness and capacity to complete Certificate III in Health Administration to meet ongoing employment 3. Ability to perform a wide range of administrative tasks in a demanding environment 4. Ability to develop interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills 5. Ability to use computer hardware, software applications and electronic systems at a basic level Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards 2) Find out more about applying for this position We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information. Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace. Reasonable Adjustments NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-STG@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Information for applicants An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for all positions prior to offer. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.