Cclhd - Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Manager

**Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time
**Position Classification**:Health Manager Level 4
**Remuneration**:$141,974.00 - $169,151.00 Per Annum
**Hours Per Week**:38
**Location**:Gosford Hospital
**Requisition ID**:REQ612947
**Applications Close**:Sunday, 26 October 2025 at 11.59pm

Are you ready to make a strategic impact in healthcare by shaping the workforce of tomorrow?

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking a visionary and dynamic **Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Manager**to lead and deliver future-focused, inclusive and innovative talent solutions that meet the evolving needs of NSW Health.

**About the Opportunity**

As a key leader within People & Culture, you will drive the design and execution of CCLHD’s talent acquisition strategy - workforce planning aligned to clinical service planning, solving critical talent shortages and building our future workforce.

You will work hand-in-hand with Executive leaders, the Ministry of Health, and external partners to:
Champion **inclusive, culturally safe recruitment** practices.
Build powerful **employer branding**and attraction campaigns for critical roles.
Harness **data and workforce analytics** to drive smarter, future-ready hiring.
Develop robust **talent pipelines** to enable future services and models of care.
**Lead and inspire** a high-performing team.

This is more than a recruitment leadership role, it is an opportunity to redefine talent acquisition in one of NSW’s most vibrant and growing healthcare districts.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

**About You**

We are looking for someone who has:
**A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field**, or equivalent senior experience in a large, complex organisation.
**Proven success leading strategic recruitment and talent acquisition initiatives,** with a track record of innovation and results in high-volume or hard-to-fill environments.
**Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills**, with the ability to collaborate and partner effectively at executive and senior leadership levels.
**Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities**, using workforce data, labour market insights and performance metrics to inform recruitment decisions.
**A commitment to inclusive, culturally safe recruitment practices**, with demonstrated experience championing diversity and equity in workforce strategies.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

**Benefits**

**Work-Life Balance**: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
**Financial Benefits**:Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
**Health & Wellbeing**: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
**Career Growth**: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

**Need more information?**
Bonnie Kestel
**Phone**: 0455 674 356

**Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health**

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

**Vaccination Requirements**

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
**Category A positions**: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
**Category B positions**: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

**Additional Information**

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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