Registry Officer

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time

Salary: $60,295 - $77,430

Grade: VPS 2

Occupation: Governance and risk management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/1881993

The Mental Health Tribunal (Tribunal) is an independent statutory body funded and supported by the Department.

The Tribunal is an essential safeguard under the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 to protect the rights and dignity of people with mental illness. The primary function of the Tribunal is to determine whether the criteria for compulsory mental health treatment as set out in the Act apply to a person.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Registrar, the Registry Officer is responsible for supporting the Mental Health Tribunal Registry by completing administrative tasks such as hearing coordination, preparing cases for hearings, entering hearing data into database systems, supporting Tribunal members for administrative requests and general document support for hearings. The position also involves answering phone calls from health services and consumers, and requires someone with a high attention to detail, an understanding of the importance of privacy and handling health information, and reliability.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

• A reliable team player
• An organised person with attention to detail
• Looking for an entry level role with opportunities to progress

To view accountabilties and further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date, please click on the position description attached.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.

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Applications close Thursday 11 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

28 August 2025