Health and Rehabilitation Advisor
Requisition ID: REQ657394
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (until 02 May 2027)
Hours per week: 14
Position Classification: Health Manager - Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251.00 - $134,809.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Location: Negotiable, based within an MLHD site (refer here for a full list of MLHD facilities, to be included are Albury and Wagga District Office)
Applications Close: Midnight 30 May 2026
Are you an innovative problem-solver with a passion for supporting staff health and wellbeing?
About the Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Health and Rehabilitation Advisor to join us in this critical role supporting staff recovery, wellbeing and safe return to work across Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD).
As the Health and Rehabilitation Advisor, you will:
- Provide occupational rehabilitation services to MLHD staff, applying preventative, early intervention and recovery at work strategies
- Support managers to create physically and psychologically safe workplaces
- Build strong relationships with staff, treatment providers and claims managers to deliver positive return to work outcomes
- Contribute to strategic planning and injury prevention initiatives across a large and diverse health district
To find out more, please review the Position Description.
About You
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or professional registration in occupational rehabilitation, allied health or a related field
- Demonstrated experience in injury management, rehabilitation, and workers’ compensation case management
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders across a large geographical area
- A proactive, solution-focused approach to overcoming barriers to recovery at work
- Commitment to teamwork, continuous improvement, and supporting the health and wellbeing of staff
About Us
Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km², Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is the region’s largest employer, with 5,000+ staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and a range of specialist and mental health services.
At MLHD, you’ll support diverse and meaningful work, with opportunities for career growth, access to cutting-edge technology and a wide range of employee benefits and incentives.
Why join MLHD?
At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.
- Make a Meaningful Impact – Support staff wellbeing and safe recovery at work across our health district.
Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
- Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
- Professional Development – Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- Health & Wellbeing Support – Comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport and initiatives to support physical and mental health.
Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click apply now!
Please contact Fleur Webster, Manager Workplace Rehabilitation via fleur.webster @health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
Make a Change. Make a Difference.
MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.
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