Careers at Hunter New England Health

Careers at Hunter New England Health Official careers page for Hunter New England Local Health District. Visit our website to find out more: https://www.hnehealth.nsw.gov.au/

Where passion meets purpose, and where your career is more than just a job
From coastal cities to rural communities, discover amazing opportunities, perks & pathways across our district. Hunter New England Health (HNE Health) provides a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast regions of NSW. We employ 17, 000 staff to provide services to over 920,000 pe

ople including 23% of the state’s Aboriginal population. Care and support is provided across 27 hospitals; 11 multipurpose centres; 43 community health clinics offering services in Children's Health, Mental Health, Oral Health, Allied Health, Nursing and Midwifery to name a few - in addition to non-clinical services. With a broad variety of vacancies available all year round, HNE Health fosters an inclusive, supportive and collaborative team environment. We provide opportunities to develop your skills, increase your knowledge and achieve professional growth as well as catering opportunities to whatever stage you are in your career.

🚀 Lead strategic workforce transformation across one of NSW’s largest and most diverse health districts.Join Hunter New ...
12/06/2026

🚀 Lead strategic workforce transformation across one of NSW’s largest and most diverse health districts.

Join Hunter New England Local Health District as Associate Director, HR Business Partners and play a pivotal role in shaping workforce strategy, building organisational capability, and driving people-focused outcomes across the District.

What’s on offer:
• Lead with influence – Join the senior leadership team, reporting to the Executive Director People and Culture, and empower a high-performing HR Business Partner workforce through coaching, mentoring and strategic leadership.
• Make a meaningful difference – Support services across metropolitan, regional and rural communities, helping deliver exceptional healthcare outcomes for the people of Hunter New England.
• Flexible leadership opportunity – Enjoy a negotiable location within the District, with job share and part-time arrangements considered (minimum 4 days per week).

About Hunter New England Local Health District:
With more than 18,000 employees across metropolitan, regional and rural locations, Hunter New England Local Health District is one of NSW’s largest health services. You'll lead a dedicated team of approximately 27 HR Business Partner professionals, delivering strategic workforce solutions that support our people and communities.

👉 Apply now and take the next step in a career where you can influence workforce strategy at scale: https://bit.ly/4dPNKgw

📍 Hunter New England Local Health District | Location negotiable
⏰ Applications close Sunday 14 June 2026 | Interviews 18–19 June 2026, Newcastle

🫱🏼‍🫲🏼Current Identified & Targeted Opportunities across Hunter New England HealthAssessment Officer – Child Wellbeing Un...
12/06/2026

🫱🏼‍🫲🏼Current Identified & Targeted Opportunities across Hunter New England Health

Assessment Officer – Child Wellbeing Unit - Newcastle
💼 Temporary Full Time
💰 $87,813 – $116,824 per annum + super + salary packaging
Join the Violence Abuse and Neglect service supporting child protection risk assessment, clinical advice and coordinated responses for vulnerable children and families. Work closely with clinicians and external agencies to guide safe and effective interventions.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4vBEl3c

Child & Family Health Nurse - Taree
💼 Permanent Part Time
💰 $62.82 - $64.88 per hour + super + salary packaging
Provide culturally safe, community-based child and family health nursing to Aboriginal children aged 0-5 years. Work closely with families, Aboriginal Health Workers and multidisciplinary teams to support early childhood health, development and long-term wellbeing.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/3PVgexA

Sterilising Technician - John Hunter Hospital
💼 Various Temporary Opportunities
💰 $35.39 - $36.96 per hour + super + salary packaging
Support the safe reprocessing of surgical instruments across multiple specialties including orthopaedics, trauma and neurosurgery. Work within a fast-paced Central Sterilising Department supporting theatre and ward workflows across a major tertiary hospital.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/3Q4A2i1

‍Assistant in Nursing - Taree
💼 Casual
💰 $26.93 – $29.55 per hour + casual loading + super
Support nursing teams across medical and surgical wards providing personal care, mobility assistance and day-to-day patient support. Work within a supportive clinical environment delivering person-centered care across varied shifts.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4vCJAzN

Security Officer - John Hunter Hospital
💼 Various Opportunities
💰 $31.86 per hour + super
Deliver frontline security across a busy tertiary hospital including emergency and mental health settings. Respond to incidents, conduct patrols, support staff safety and maintain a secure environment 24/7 across the campus.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4vz1t2n

Not all healthcare careers happen at the bedside. Explore our current corporate opportunities. Communications Adviser -...
12/06/2026

Not all healthcare careers happen at the bedside. Explore our current corporate opportunities.

Communications Adviser - Newcastle
Join a high-performing district communications team delivering media, internal comms, digital content and issues management. A fast-paced generalist role with strong writing, storytelling and stakeholder engagement at its core.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4fDWjh4

Librarian Grade 1 - Tamworth
Support clinicians and researchers with evidence-based information services. Deliver training, research support and information access that directly contributes to improved patient care and outcomes.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4uy0UVR

Security Officer - John Hunter Hospital
Play a frontline role in maintaining safety across one of NSW’s busiest hospitals. Support patients, visitors and staff through proactive security, incident response and trauma-informed practice.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4vz1t2n

️Manager – Medical Administration - Taree
Lead medical rostering, recruitment and workforce coordination to ensure safe and effective medical staffing. Oversee governance, compliance and operational support across a busy hospital environment.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/3Qzoi7l

Join one of NSW's leading tertiary referral centres and take the next step in your surgical career through advanced fell...
11/06/2026

Join one of NSW's leading tertiary referral centres and take the next step in your surgical career through advanced fellowship training at John Hunter Hospital. With a major redevelopment underway, new facilities on the horizon, and strong career pathways, it’s a place to develop your career, feel part of the team, and make a meaningful impact.

Post Graduate Fellow in Endocrine Surgery
Contribute to the management of complex endocrine surgical conditions while developing advanced expertise in thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal surgery within a high-performing specialist team.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4v0AkWb

Post Graduate Fellow in Hepatobiliary Surgery
Gain advanced experience in the surgical management of liver, pancreas and biliary diseases while working alongside leading HPB surgeons in a major tertiary referral centre.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4fUi9gv

Why you’ll love it:
• Advanced subspecialty surgical training in a Level 6 tertiary referral and major trauma hospital
• Strong academic and research opportunities through leading healthcare partnerships
• Fitness Passport, Salary Packaging and Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Settlement Concierge support for relocation and onboarding
• Be part of the $835 million John Hunter Hospital Health and Innovation Precinct redevelopment

Take your specialist surgical training to the next level with Hunter New England Local Health District.

Preparing for an interview? A little preparation can go a long way. We've shared some simple tips to help you feel confi...
11/06/2026

Preparing for an interview? A little preparation can go a long way.

We've shared some simple tips to help you feel confident, showcase your experience, and put your best foot forward.

Good luck - you've got this! 💙

Join the Tamworth Integrated Pain Service as a Clinical Psychologist and become part of a multidisciplinary team helping...
10/06/2026

Join the Tamworth Integrated Pain Service as a Clinical Psychologist and become part of a multidisciplinary team helping people build resilience, improve wellbeing, and navigate the challenges of chronic pain through evidence-based care.

What’s to love:
• Up to $10,000 in your first 12 months
• Work alongside Pain Medicine Physicians, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Dietitians and Specialist Nurses
• Ongoing mentorship, supervision and professional development opportunities
• Outreach opportunities across regional communities including Armidale and Narrabri
• Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of vibrant regional living in Tamworth

Ready to make a difference where it matters most? Apply here 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4usuZ8Z

Kickstart your future as a Trainee Dental Assistant with Hunter New England Local Health District and gain valuable expe...
10/06/2026

Kickstart your future as a Trainee Dental Assistant with Hunter New England Local Health District and gain valuable experience supporting the delivery of quality dental care to adults and children across the community.

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn on the job while completing your Certificate III in Dental Assisting, backed by full training and ongoing professional development in a supportive clinical environment.

💼 Temporary Full Time – until May 2027
💰 $21,465 – $41,895 + super + salary packaging
📍Newcastle & Tamworth

What’s on offer:
• Hands-on training within a busy, seven-chair dental clinic
• Supportive team environment with experienced oral health professionals
• Structured orientation and ongoing learning opportunities
• Career development within a growing public health service
• Work that makes a real difference in the community
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

Ready to build a meaningful career in health? Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/3Q5t6Bg

📣 Catch Hunter New England Health at Bar on the Hill tonight! 🩺✨Nursing student? Curious about where your degree could t...
10/06/2026

📣 Catch Hunter New England Health at Bar on the Hill tonight! 🩺✨

Nursing student? Curious about where your degree could take you?

Join us from 6:30pm and hear firsthand from nurses working across a range of specialty areas as they share their experiences, career journeys and advice for those entering the profession.

🎤 Hear from a fantastic nursing panel
💡 Explore different specialty nursing pathways
👋 Meet Bec Caldwell, Recruitment Campaign Manager, and Justin Gavlin, Nurse Manager GradStart Recruitment
🚀 Learn more about GradStart, graduate pathways and career opportunities with Hunter New England Health
❓ Ask questions and gain real-world insights from nurses who have been in your shoes

Whether you're in your first year or preparing to graduate, this is a great opportunity to learn more about the many directions a nursing career can take you.

📍 Bar on the Hill, University of Newcastle
🕡 6:30pm

We'd love to see you there! 💙✨

Whether you’re just starting your career, growing your clinical skills, or moving into a leadership role, there’s a plac...
09/06/2026

Whether you’re just starting your career, growing your clinical skills, or moving into a leadership role, there’s a place for you within the nursing teams across Hunter New England Local Health District.

Assistant in Nursing – Merriwa Multi-Purpose Service
💼Casual
💰 $31.90 per hour + 12% Super
Provide essential daily care to residents in aged care, with exposure to emergency and acute settings. No night shifts, strong team support, and the chance to truly build relationships with patients and the local community.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4vvi07F

Registered Nurse – Dungog Community Hospital
💼 Various opportunities available
💰 $40.02 - $56.19 + 12% Super
Step into a diverse rural clinical role working across inpatient and emergency care. You’ll deliver hands-on patient care, respond to urgent presentations, and collaborate with a close-knit multidisciplinary team, all while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of rural living with strong incentives on offer.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4fso4Jo

Clinical Nurse Specialist – Over 65 Discharge Planner - Manning Hospital
💼 Permanent Full Time
💰 $124,565 - $128,661 + 12% Super + Salary packaging
Play a key role in supporting older patients through safe and coordinated discharge planning. Working closely with families, allied health and clinical teams, you’ll help ensure smooth transitions from hospital to home and make a lasting difference in patient outcomes.
Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/43cDR7N

Join a supportive Cardiac, Stroke and General Medical Unit where collaboration, compassion and patient-centered care are...
09/06/2026

Join a supportive Cardiac, Stroke and General Medical Unit where collaboration, compassion and patient-centered care are at the heart of everything we do.

💼Various opportunities available

💰 $36.73 - $39.91 per hour + Super + Salary Packaging

The benefits:
• Individualised orientation plan
• Dedicated support from a Clinical Nurse Educator
• Ongoing education, bedside teaching and study days
• Exposure to diverse cardiac, stroke and medical presentations
• Opportunities to grow your skills and build a long-term nursing career
• Salary packaging, Fitness Passport and employee wellbeing programs

Join a team that genuinely supports one another and is invested in your success Apply now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/4fZoV4i

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