Senior Project Officer, Key Worker Accommodation
Location: St Leonards, Ministry of Health
Employment type: Full-time Temporary – time opportunity up to June 2028
Position classification – Clerk Grade 9/10
Remuneration: $129,464 - $142,665 p.a. plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Hours per week: 35
Join the Infrastructure and Asset Management Division at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
- Build your career in health policy and healthcare quality
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
The Senior Project Officer, Key Health Worker Accommodation contributes to the direction, management and implementation of NSW Health’s Key Health Worker Accommodation program. The role will work closely with other NSW Health Entities and Government agencies on key health worker accommodation related matters, providing advice on planning, procurement strategies and program delivery.
The KHWA program seeks to enhance workforce attraction and retention to improve access to care, particularly in regional, rural and remote communities.
Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location - 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards.
For more information, please read the full role description.
What you’ll be doing
- Developing and preparing key health worker accommodation project programmes, presentations, budgets and forward estimates, monitor and report on progress and expenditure against the program, and initiate of remedial action where deviation occurs, to ensure delivery and operation in accordance with agreed key worker accommodation Business Case.
- Supporting geographically dispersed project stakeholders to achieve the delivery of project outcomes.
- Supporting the implementation of key worker accommodation strategy, support Whole of Government procurement strategies and drive efficiencies.
- Coordinating the implementation of operational systems, asset management practices and workflows to ensure key worker accommodation optimisation.
- Preparing submissions, reports and correspondence to ensure briefs and other documentation accords with the Health and Government guidelines.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated professional experience preferably gained in project management, asset and property management, financial or other related fields.
- Extensive experience in the planning, development and management of residential dwellings to include acquisition, refurbishment, build and procurement of modular accommodation.
- Sound knowledge of the industry processes and practices associated with delivery of major housing projects.
How to apply
At the Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and Cover letter (1-2 pages maximum) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills.
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
For role-related queries or questions, please contact the hiring manager Daryl Goder at Daryl.Goder@health.nsw.gov.au.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Kennedy at karen.kennedy8@health.nsw.gov.au.
Closing Date: 11:59pm Sunday 9 November 2025
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment will be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59pm Sunday 9 November 2025
