Job Description

About the role

The South West Local Health Service Network (SW LHSN) is seeking a Program Manager to coordinate and deliver a portfolio of clinical and corporate projects across the South West Local Health Service Network. Working closely with the Network Director, Health Service CEOs and key stakeholders, the role provides program oversight and leads priority initiatives aligned to strategic objectives. This position supports integrated service delivery and contributes to safe, high-quality and sustainable healthcare for South West communities.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Full time (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO

                                          Fixed term - ending 31 June 2028

• Location: Warrnambool Campus - with travel across network sites as required
• Classification: Administration Grade 6
• Salary: $110,479.20 pro rata, plus superannuation

What you bring

• The successful applicant will hold a relevant tertiary qualification and have experience leading projects or programs in health, government or large organisational environments. Experience in clinical settings or corporate improvement initiatives is highly regarded.
• The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and project management skills, with the ability to manage change, deliver quality outcomes and manage competing priorities.
• The successful applicant will be proactive, collaborative and customer focused, demonstrating a strong commitment to confidentiality, safety, equity and the values of the South West Local Health Service Network.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

The South West Local Health Service Network (SW LHSN) is a collaborative partnership of public health services across Victoria's South West, united by a shared commitment to improving health outcomes and wellbeing for our communities. We work at a system level to strengthen care across the continuum - from prevention and primary care through to acute and non-acute services, by enabling collaboration, innovation and collective leadership.

Grounded in strong regional relationships, the SW LHSN brings together health services, clinicians, consumers and government partners to shape place-based, regionally informed solutions to complex health challenges. Our work is guided by a commitment to equity, sustainability and respect for local communities, and a belief that working together, across organisational and sector boundaries, enables lasting, system-wide impact.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 15 February 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Health Sector (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 with the classification Administration Grade 6

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

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