Director Of Physical Wellbeing

Employment Type : Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week up to July 2026 with the possibility of extension
Position Classification : Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration : $2, $2,768.26 per week + Annual Leave Loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID : REQ
In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia
About the Role
Formed in 1882, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH) is a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare. It remains one of the nation's most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities.
Working in partnership with the Chief Medical Wellness Officer and the MDOK team the Director of the established SLHD MDOK Centre, will provide strategic leadership in the ongoing implementation, evaluation, and promotion of physical wellbeing initiatives for medical staff across Sydney Local Health District. The Director of Physical Wellbeing will contribute high level managerial support and project management expertise to ensure SLHD MDOK strategic objectives are delivered effectively and sustainably, with a particular focus on initiatives that enhance physical activity, recovery, and staff engagement.
For more information, please view the Position Description .
Ideal Candidate
Excellent leadership skills and the ability to lead diverse and multidisciplinary teams in achieving strategic and program objectives.
Qualifications in a health or exercise related discipline and/or equivalent work experience: operational experience with medical staff would be beneficial.
A strong commitment to medical staff wellbeing and an extensive working knowledge of wellness programs particularly focused on physical activity.
Experience in establishing an integrative approach to health and wellness for staff within a busy and complex the organisation.
Benefits and Perks
Allocated Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus .
Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit .
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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Applications Close: 7 August 2025
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