This recruitment process offers a Permanent opportunity for a Full-time contract(s). 

South Metropolitan Health Service, every employee contributes to delivering safe, high-quality care to our community. Guided by our vision of Excellent health care, every time, we place research, innovation and continuous improvement at the centre of everything we do. We are building a culture of shared learning and leadership that reflects our commitment to being Collectively One, Locally Led. Through tailored development programs, leadership opportunities and contemporary ways of working, our people are empowered to grow, thrive and make a meaningful difference across every site and portfolio.

Position Profile and Role

We are seeking a proactive and organised Business Support Officer to join the Community Services team. The position is based at our Myaree office, with Community Services operating across multiple metropolitan sites.

This is a varied role providing business, financial, human resource and administrative support across Community Services. Working closely with the Business Manager and broader leadership team, you will support financial and performance reporting, business planning and analysis, workforce processes, service improvement initiatives and the preparation of business cases and funding submissions.

You will also coordinate key administrative functions, support executive committees and projects, and help develop and improve systems and processes that support the effective operation of Community Services. The role includes supervision of two administrative positions.

We are looking for someone who is organised, adaptable and confident working across a range of priorities, with strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills and an interest in supporting effective service delivery.

We currently have 1 FTE available. 

Want to know more? We encourage you to contact Katie Batty, Business Manager on 0403 352 042.  

Application and assessment support

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and assessment process, please contact Katie Batty, Business Manager on 0403 352 042.  

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

How to apply

You’ve heard from us, now we’d like to hear from you.

Your application should include:

1. A copy of your current CV
2. A statement addressing the suitability criteria, and specifically the Essential Criteria in the JDF in no more than 2-3 pages
3. The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role. Please note referees may be contacted as part of the initial assessment process.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
 
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Employee Benefits

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):     

• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance      
• Flexible working arrangements      
• Flexible leave arrangements      
• Other professional and location-based allowances
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Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. 
 
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
 
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within SMHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
 
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. 
  
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED