Recruitment and Establishment Officer - REQ595791
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time and Part Time up to 3 May 2026 with a possibility of extension.
Position Classification: Admin Off Lvl 4
Remuneration: 72285.58 - 73940.16 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38 Full Time or 19 Part Time
Requisition ID: REQ595791
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 7 August 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
The purpose of this position is to provide an effective and efficient end to end recruitment and establishment function in the Transactional Services Team for all SCHN staff. The position will be responsible for processing the applications for recruitment within SCHN, while monitoring and maintaining the agreed establishment service level and position reporting lines. In addition, this position will be required to provide administrative support to other Workforce functions.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience working in a Recruitment or HR Transactional environment
- The ability to work in a high volume environment to meet strict deadlines
- A great attitude with the willingness to work as part of a team
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
Answers to the following targeted questions:
- Please outline your experience working within a Recruitment or Human Resources team specifically in relation to recruitment checks and onboarding of staff in a timely manner.
- Give an example of a time when you have needed to learn and understand policies and procedures while using your attention to detail to ensure that they are implemented and followed appropriately.
- This role requires flexibility to work with the various departments within the hospital and also manage your workload in a timely fashion. How do you plan to juggle the competing requirements of the role?
- Describe a time you went above and beyond for an internal or external customer. What was the outcome?
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
Salary packaging for tax savings
Meal entertainment savings
Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness Passport
Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description
Find out more about applying for this position
Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Eligibility List – An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Further Contacts and Support
Please contact Erica Da Silva on erica.dasilva@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
