Workforce Project Officer

About Northern Health:

As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.

Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne's North is fast becoming the place to be.

Northern Health is inviting applications from talented individuals with exceptional problem-solving abilities and advanced project management skills. Join our Workforce Planning & Projects Department, part of the dynamic People and Culture Directorate, as a Workforce Project Officer.

Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne's rapidly growing outer north.

Services are provided through our five main campuses:

Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn Centre, and Kilmore District Hospital. In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg.

About the Role:

This role calls for an energetic and seasoned professional with expertise in contemporary human resource management practices, governance, and effective risk management. You will provide strategic advice and drive initiatives that deliver meaningful impact across the organisation.

Leveraging your advanced project management and data analysis skills, you will collaborate within a skilled team of three Analysts and Project Officers to plan, execute, and review Employee Life Cycle projects, programs, and services. Together, you will strengthen HR practices and contribute to successful organisational transformation at Northern Health.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience in designing and executing impactful gender equality initiatives with a strong focus on engagement, policy development and measurable outcomes.
• Experience and good working knowledge of workforce and employee lifecycle matters to ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and business practices.
• Solid project management experience, with proven track records of supporting the team/manager with successful project delivery from initiation through to full project acceptance.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, utilizing complex functions to analyze and manage data efficiently.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks effectively, coupled with adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Next Steps . . .

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description. Alternatively, you can contact Maria Soo, Director Workforce Planning & Projects at

Applications close 27 October 2025.

Shortlisting will commence immediately for this vacancy. If an appropriate candidate is sourced, the advertising may close early, thus we advise you to apply right away.

Why work at the Northern Health?

NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally.

Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.

• Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new 'Thrive' program
• Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
• An inclusive and culturally safe space
• Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking

Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.