Aboriginal Cultural Capability Team Leader

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Location: Station Street Penrith
Remuneration: $137,525 to $156,231 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ678109
Applications close: 27^th July 2026 

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.  Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

The Workforce, People and Culture (WPC) Directorate is responsible for the provision of workforce consultancy services to the district. We work in partnership with the executive team, managers, and employees to ensure the delivery of innovative and sustainable workforce solutions across the district. Our range of services include recruitment; workforce design, workforce policies and procedures; awards and determinations; Industrial Relations advice and representation; and other service offerings provided by our diverse teams. Our People and Culture team is collaborative and focused on delivering a rewarding experience to all employees.

We are seeking an Aboriginal Cultural Capability Team Leader to join our team to drive meaningful and sustainable cultural change across Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.

In this rewarding leadership role, you will champion initiatives that strengthen Aboriginal cultural capability, build strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities and key stakeholders, and embed cultural safety into everyday practice. You will shape and deliver impactful programs, provide strategic advice to leaders and staff, and play a pivotal role in fostering an environment where Aboriginal people, communities, and employees feel respected, valued, and supported.

This is an opportunity to lead change at an organisational level, influence decision-making, deliver culturally responsive training, and help create a workforce that is committed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal people. If you are a collaborative leader with strong community connections, a passion for advocacy and education, and the ability to inspire others on the journey towards cultural safety and inclusion, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• 2-minute walk to Penrith Station and Westfield
• Hybrid working arrangements available
• Accrued Day Off (ADO)
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards

For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.