Casual Opportunities

💼 Hunter New England Local Health District

📅 REQ619870 Requisition #

Bring Your Strengths and Grow with Us

Remuneration: $33.59 - $34.70 per hour + Superannuation

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 2

Requisition ID: REQ619870

Location: Cessnock Hospital

Closing Date: Sunday, 23rd November 2025

Interviews will be held Monday 1st December

Are you looking to kickstart your career in administration while gaining valuable experience in a healthcare setting? This is your chance

Step Into the Role

In this role, you will gain practical, hands‑on experience across multiple hospital areas, including:

- Ward Clerk and Clinic Administration
- Front Desk Reception
- Emergency Department
- Switchboard

As you gain exposure to a variety of tasks and department, you will be involved in essential tasks such as managing theatre paperwork, handling incoming calls, and coordinating correspondence. It’s the perfect chance to build a strong foundation, develop valuable new skills, and grow within a supportive hospital environment.

Does This Sound Like You?

We’re looking for someone who is confident using computers and comfortable with a variety of software applications. You’ll be someone who learns quickly, communicates clearly, and works well with others as part of a team.

Flexibility and adaptability are key, especially in a fast‑paced environment, and most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about learning, growing, and making a positive impact every day.

Must be available to work on a 24/7 rotating roster

Why Join Us?

This role is ideal for anyone looking to start a career in healthcare, gain exposure to different areas of hospital work, and grow their skills for future opportunities. You will also benefit from:

- Open yourself to future opportunities within HNE
- Comprehensive training and support to help you thrive
- Build practical skills that will strengthen your resume and employability
- Make a real difference while being a part of a friendly team
- Access to Employee Assistance Program to promote your wellbeing
- Enjoy Fitness Passport with discounted gym memberships
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
- At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‑free application process.

Information for Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take‑home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full‑time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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