Sustainability Project Officer

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until May 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $87,813 – $116,824 + Super
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ649913
Applications Close: Sunday the 10th of May

Drive sustainable change in healthcare

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is seeking a passionate and motivated Sustainability Project Officer to join our Infrastructure, Planning and Sustainability team.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering sustainability initiatives that support healthier communities and a more environmentally responsible health system.

About the role

As a Sustainability Project Officer, you will support the development and delivery of sustainability projects across the District. Working with a diverse range of stakeholders, you will coordinate projects from planning through to implementation and evaluation, ensuring alignment with strategic and legislative requirements.

You will:

• Support the design and implementation of sustainability initiatives across HNELHD

• Coordinate stakeholders and build strong partnerships across clinical and corporate teams

• Manage project plans, documentation, reporting and evaluation activities

• Analyse data to inform decision-making and track project outcomes

• Contribute to change management strategies to ensure successful and sustainable outcomes

• Identify and manage project risks and competing priorities

About you

You are a proactive and solutions-focused professional with a passion for sustainability and improving healthcare outcomes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can effectively engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders.

You will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in health, project management, sustainability or a related field

• Demonstrated experience delivering projects and supporting change management initiatives

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and inform decisions

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

• The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team

• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Why join HNELHD?

At HNELHD, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering Every Patient, Every Time.

We offer:

• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful, system-wide sustainability initiatives

• A supportive and collaborative team environment

• Professional development and career growth opportunities

• The chance to make a real impact on environmental and community health outcomes

• Salary Packaging – Access up to $11,600 in tax-effective salary packaging, including novated leasing

• Fitness Passport – Discounted gym memberships for employees and their families to support health and well-being

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support services for staff and their families

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For role related queries or questions contact Alana Stoeger on Alana.Stoeger@health.nsw.gov.au

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

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This is a Category B 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 B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

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.

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

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. 
 

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.
 

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