This is a
Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time / Part Time, Fixed Term
Full Time / Part Time, and Casual appointments, with the
possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
NOTE: POSITIONS LOCATED
AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS AND REGIONS IN COUNTRY WESTERN AUSTRALIA NOT
PERTH METROPOLITAN REGION
WA
Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination
in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly
encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds
and people with disabilities.
WA
Health supports flexible working practices within the context of
a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke
free environment across all buildings, grounds and
vehicles.
Eligibility to Apply: To be
eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa
(for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen,
permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in
Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other
Conditions: 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.
This vacancy is subject to a Western
Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further
information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Please note this recruitment process requires
completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment
(PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health
Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you
are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An
unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being
withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for
further information.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool
from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
Appointments may be made from this pool until
29/05/2026.
Position
profile: WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is
establishing a Senior Health Promotion Officer recruitment
pool to fill multiple vacancies across country Western
Australia. Applicants are encouraged to indicate in their
application which regions or towns they would be interested in
relocating to, as opportunities will be available across the
state.
The Senior Health Promotion Officer
is a leadership-focused and community-driven
position. You will take responsibility for more complex
health promotion portfolios and challenging programs, working
closely with communities, key stakeholders, and your line manager
to lead the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation
of culturally appropriate health promotion programs, address local,
state, and national population health priorities through
evidence-based strategies, provide guidance and mentorship to
Health Promotion Officers and other team members, manage
stakeholder consultation processes and foster strong partnerships
across government, non-government, and community sectors and
contribute to innovative, sustainable approaches that improve
health outcomes in rural and remote WA. This role offers the chance
to shape and influence health promotion practice at a senior level,
while making a tangible impact on the wellbeing of country WA
communities.
We are seeking individuals who can
demonstrate proven experience in leading health promotion program
planning, development, implementation, and evaluation, advanced
communication skills and the ability to consult, negotiate, and
collaborate with diverse stakeholders, developing leadership
qualities, with the capacity to manage complex portfolios and guide
junior staff, passion for public health and commitment to improving
community-level health outcomes as well as sound problem solving
skills, adaptability, and the ability to deliver results in
challenging environments.
Working for WACHS health promotion
means leading meaningful health promotion initiatives that address
inequities in rural and remote WA, working in a supportive team
environment with opportunities to mentor and influence practice,
gaining experience in managing complex programs and portfolios
across diverse communities and the opportunity to live and work in
unique regional towns across Western Australia.
Area Profile: The WA
Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system
in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing
health services to approximately half a million people, including
45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million
square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven
regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services
and health centres located across rural and remote Western
Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality,
accessible health services to country WA residents and
visitors.
Employee
Benefits: In addition to the great salary our
employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in
line with operational requirements):
- 12% employer contributed
superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further
information
click here.
- Access to generous salary
packaging arrangements
- Professional Development
Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working
arrangements
- Flexible leave
arrangements
- Other professional and
location based allowances
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
We are committed to fostering a diverse and
inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and
empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique
perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us
in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve
equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity
Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a
disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of
age and under).
For Further Job Related
Information: We encourage you to contact Emma
Croager 0486 012 350 15 December 2025 - 9 February 2026 Robyn
Gibson 0439 663 838 from 5 January 2026 Deanna Exeter 08 6553 0918
from 9 February 2026.
If you experience difficulties while applying
online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate
assistance during business hours.
Application
Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply
online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
It is preferable for your referee
to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write a
statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3
pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your
experience and how you are able to meet the position
requirements. These documents should be complete and
ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow
sufficient time to complete the online application process as you
will be required to answer various questions and attach your
documentation.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED.
