Administration Officer Level 4 - Drug and Alcohol

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Admin Officer Level 4 
Remuneration: $75,176.8 - $76, 897.65
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ648965
Application close date: Sunday 3rd May 2026 

Make a difference where it matters most
Join Hunter New England Local Health District and play a vital role supporting the delivery of essential Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services in the Lower Mid North Coast. This is your opportunity to be part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team making a real impact in the community.

About the Service & Location
You’ll be based in Taree, working within a dedicated multidisciplinary team providing clinical services across the HNE Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services.
Taree offers the perfect balance of career and lifestyle — surrounded by national parks, waterfalls, and just a short 30-minute drive to the stunning Barrington Coast. Whether it’s a coastal escape or bushwalk after work, you’ll have the best of the outdoors at your doorstep.
Our team culture is supportive, collaborative, and patient focused. We value professionalism, respect, and a shared commitment to delivering high-quality care to our community.

About the Role
As an Administration Officer Level 4, you’ll provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to the Health Service Manager and broader team.

Key responsibilities

• Managing complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements
• Coordinating payroll, leave and timesheet processing
• Preparing reports, correspondence, and meeting documentation
• Organising meetings, agendas, and minutes
• Handling incoming enquiries via phone, email, and face-to-face interactions 
• Acting as a key administrative contact for Health Service Manager LMNC and District Senior Nurse Manager position
  This is a fast-paced and varied role where no two days are the same.

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a highly organised and compassionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional administrative support within a healthcare setting.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proven administrative experience supporting a team or manager
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality documentation
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding approach
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, complex environment
• Commitment to following procedures, protocols, and confidentiality requirements
• Confidence using a range of systems and software
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Assist with recruitment 
• Ordering, Invoices, Payments – and the responsibility to Harm Min/ Fleet
• Support MERIT the data base entries 

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer: 
Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
• Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
• Ongoing support from an Administration Manager and experienced colleagues
• Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a role that truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply today.

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For role related queries or questions contact William Robertson on Bill.Robertson@health.nsw.gov.au