CRVCID No.
661594
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Health Future Leaders!
WA Health is the
largest health system in the world, with a state spanning 2.5
million square kilometres. Consisting of the Department of Health
and the Health Service Providers, WA Health provides safe and
high-quality healthcare to millions of Western Australians. Join us
and make a difference!
This is a Recruitment Pool
various PSO Level and HSO Level G4 Graduate Officer positions
across the WA Health system.
The opportunities are for
Fixed Term Full Time appointments for 18 months with the
possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency at the conclusion of
the program.
Suitable applicants will be
placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar
vacancies occur. Appointments can be made from this pool until
30/06/2027.
About the
Role
The Graduate Development
Program is a structured program that runs for 18-months with three
rotations. Throughout the course of your rotations, you will
develop a broad overview and knowledge of the diverse areas of the
WA Health system, with opportunities to work both within the System
Manager and Health Service Providers. You will be exposed to high
profile projects, build a range of professional networks with key
stakeholders, and engage in further learning and
development.
As a Health Graduate
(non-clinical), you will have the opportunity to make a difference
by contributing to the strategic vision and operational future of
the WA Health system. You will have three rotations in different
business areas across the WA Health system and be supported by a
structured learning and development framework. You will work in a
collaborative and dynamic environment. In this role, you will
proactively identify issues and provide innovative solutions to
deliver on the WA Health system’s vision of a safe, high
quality and sustainable health care system for all Western
Australians.
The role is suitable to
graduates from any computer science discipline, but particularly
those who have studied: Physics, Information technology,
Network/Cyber Security, Computer science, Mathematics and
statistics, Data management or Software engineering. Graduates who
have undertaken studies in other equivalent disciplines or combined
degrees are also encouraged to apply.
Program
Highlights
- Possibility of
permanency following successful conclusion of the
program
- Training and development
opportunities including ongoing professional
development.
- Extensive support
network comprising supervisors, a mentor, and a
buddy.
- Leadership development
opportunities including Executive and Director
shadowing.
WA Health is committed to
building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
We encourage recent university graduates from any of the following
diversity groups to apply for our 2026 intake:
- People who identify as
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- People with
disability
- People 24 years and
under
As a measure to achieve
equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies.
Aboriginal graduates are encouraged to apply.
To increase opportunities
for graduates with a disability, Section 66 of the Equal
Opportunity Act 1984 will apply.
Eligibility
Criteria:
- Successful completion of
a recent tertiary qualification, with a completion date (not
graduation ceremony date) between January 2024 and December
2025. The tertiary qualification must be a minimum of an
undergraduate degree.
- Achievement of a minimum
Weighted Average Mark of 65% and above for the tertiary
qualification. Section 51 will be applied to this criterion for
Aboriginal applicants. Section 66 will be applied to this
criterion for applicants with disability.
- You must be an
Australian permanent resident or Australian citizen by the end
of the calendar year in which you apply, e.g. become an
Australian citizen by December 2025.
Applicants graduating
mid-year 2026 are encouraged to apply for the 2027
program.
Employee
Benefits
In addition, our employees
enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with
operational requirements):
- 11.5% employer
contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For
further information go to
https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-treasury/employees
- Access to salary
packaging arrangements (in accordance with relevant industrial
instruments)
- Flexible working
arrangements
- Flexible leave
arrangements
- Other benefits in
accordance with relevant award (Public Service or Health
Service).
For further information
visit: http://ww2.health.wa.gov.au/GraduateDevelopment
Ready to
apply?
Apply for a graduate
position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button at
the top/bottom of the screen.
You will be prompted
to:
- Complete an online
application – you will be asked to provide responses to
essential criteria 2,3, and 4, and both desirable criteria (as
listed in the JDF) in no more than 300 words each.
-
You must
attach a copy of your academic transcript that clearly
shows your:
- Your full
name
- Your
university’s name
- Units studied
and scores you achieved out of 100 in those
units
- Overall course
average out of 100
The transcript that you
supply must be up to date, within 6-months from the date of
application. If you have not completed your degree yet or been
issued a formal transcript, an electronic statement of results will
be accepted as long as it clearly shows the information
above.
- Attach a comprehensive
CV, outlining your academic and work experience.
- Evidence of Australian
citizenship or Australian permanent residency.
Please note, as the
selection criteria is consistent for the HSO and PSO roles,
applicants will be considered for both roles as part of this
process. The panel will determine which positions suitable
candidates are best suited to and offers will be made on that
basis.
Please refer to the
application pack in relation to dates for further
assessments.
If you don’t
provide the above required documentation with your application, you
will not meet the eligibility requirements and will not proceed to
the next step in the recruitment process.
Application
notes:
- Please ensure you
allow sufficient time to complete the online
application. Including completing all questions and uploading
supporting documentation.
- You will be able to
save your application online and continue to
update your information by logging into the Job Board -
providing the advertisement is still
open.
- Emailed applications or
applications received after the closing date and time
WILL NOT be accepted.
- Professional referees
may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and
past demonstration of ethical behaviour. It is preferable for
your professional referee to be a current or former line
manager or lecturer/tutor.
- Please
note, online panel interviews will be conducted between 16-27
June 2025.
Other
conditions
- WA Health engages staff
in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies
require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and
integrity checking as part of the appointment
process.
For further information
about this position, please contact Thomas Crooks on graduate.development@health.wa.gov.au
(not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your
application).
Aboriginal and/or Torres
Strait Islander graduates interested in applying can contact the
Katie Finucane on 6376 0504 or katie.finucane@health.wa.gov.au
for further assistance.
WA Health is committed to
ensuring access and inclusion in the workplace (Disability
Access and Inclusion Plan 2020-2025). If you have any access
needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully
participate in the application and interview process, please
contact us via email on graduate.development@health.wa.gov.au.
If you experience
difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee
Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business
hours.
APPLICANTS MUST
ENSURE THAT THEIR APPLICATION IS RECEIVED IN FULL PRIOR TO THE
CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
