Project Support Officer

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/ or permanency. 

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/07/2025.

Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the skills of its workforce and contributes to the health of the wider community?  Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging.  We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, innovation and care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. 

NMHS upholds the social model of disability.  If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Nicole Hoskins on 0421 878 ***.

About this role

The Project Support Officer will contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of the Osborne Park Hospital (OPH) operational functions. The role involves providing high levels of project, administrative, governance and business support to the OPH Service Director. Through planning, coordinating and preparing project documentation, you will support the Service Director to successfully implement new strategies and initiatives.

This role reports to the OPH Service Director.

We currently have an immediate vacancy for 1 Full Time position.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with experience in Project Support, ideally within a health setting. Someone with great communication and interpersonal skills, who can use their skills to interact with the wide range of stakeholders encountered in projects. The ideal candidate will have the ability to plan and coordinate activities within timeframes and to the standards expected of WA Health. The ability to work in a team and adapt to shifting priorities will be crucial in this role.  

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork & Integrity.  During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

Area Profile

Osborne Park Hospital (OPH) provides specialist health care services for the community in the north metropolitan area. The hospital has 186 beds and employs over 596 staff who treat over 95,000 patients every year.

OPH was opened in 1962 and is located in Stirling, 14 kilometres from the Perth central business district. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of specialist health care services for the north metropolitan suburbs. The services at OPH are provided by three main specialties:

• Rehabilitation and Aged Care Services and Younger Adult Rehabilitation,
• Surgical Services, and
• Women’s and Newborn Services.

Each of these specialties has a dedicated Allied Health Team incorporating diabetes, dietetics, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physiotherapy, podiatry, social work and speech pathology and more.

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits

• Generous salary packaging     
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• Flexible work and leave arrangements     
• Support professional development opportunities 
• Paid study leave 
• Discounted public transport  
• Discounted access to 70 gyms, pools and leisure centres across Perth with Fitness Passport

• 11% employer superannuation contribution. For more information on superannuation click here. 

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Nicole Hoskins, OPH Service Director on 0421 878 *** to discuss your suitability for this role.

We think you’ll like it here

Our employees like working here, and we think you will too.  Watch this video to find out what they have to say.  

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation.  If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Your application should include: 

• A cover letter and statement addressing the selection criteria (as outlined the in the attached JDF) - in no more than 2-3 pages, use this as an opportunity to outline your suitability for the role, with relevant examples where possible
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae - your CV should summarise your employment history and academic qualifications whilst highlighting existing skills you can bring to the position.
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be a current supervisor or manager

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.