Job Description
Location: Liverpool Hospital Eastern Campus
Position Classification: Senior Health Education Officer
Remuneration: $114,173.00 - $123,335.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ551221
Application Close Date: 16/02/2026
Interview Date Range: 1+/02/2026 – 26/02/2026
Contact Details:: Rania Matta – 02 8738 5+07 or 045+ 8+3 060 | [email protected]
About The Opportunity
Are you passionate about improving the health of older adults in South Western Sydney?
The Health Promotion Team at SWSLHD is seeking an enthusiastic Senior Health Promotion Officer to provide leadership and support the delivery of evidence-based programs and initiatives designed to promote healthy eating and active living for older adults.
We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills and experience in developing and supporting health promotion strategies and initiatives within the community. Your networking and communication skills will allow you to build strong partnerships and facilitate implementation and coordination of healthy ageing initiatives across south west Sydney. We are seeking a natural leader who is approachable, open minded and is looking to make a real difference in the community.
If you are ready to bring your knowledge and skills in Health Promotion to SWSLHD and start your exciting career, click APPLY NOW!
What You'll Be Doing
The Senior Health Promotion Officer will be responsible for leading their team to plan, implement and evaluate initiatives promoting healthy eating, active living and falls prevention in the older population, with local level tailoring and adaptation as needed. They will also be responsible for managing the healthy ageing program portfolio and workforce.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
• Tertiary Qualifications in health or related field and experience in providing leadership in population focused health promotion.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the field of healthy eating, active living in the older population.
• Demonstrated experience in program design, implementation, and evaluation within an evidence-based framework.
• Demonstrated experience in project management skills including performance monitoring ensuring program delivery meets program targets within timeframes.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate with internal and external program partners to achieve successful program implementation and sustainability.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate and coordinate professional staff and to work within an action oriented multidisciplinary team with a population health focus.
• Demonstrated high level analytical, problem solving and oral and written communication skills including computer literacy and the ability to use standard office programs.
• Knowledge and commitment to addressing equity and an understanding of the issues that impact on program delivery in relation to social disadvantage, Aboriginal and CALD communities.
• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ ???? ???? Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ ???? ???? background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Health Promotion Officer (Snr Health Educ Off Grad) - Healthy Ageing - Perm FT position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
