Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (32 hours per fortnight), On going position
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Administrative Worker Grade 3
• Salary Range: $77,426.44 - $85,597.72 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

Are you passionate about upholding privacy, legislation, and confidentiality?

South West Healthcare is looking for an experienced Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer to help guide and support staff, management, and the public through FOI processes and requirements. In this key role, you will collaborate within our dedicated Health Information Services team, ensuring compliance with internal and external policies on patient information release.

What you bring

• The successful applicant will demonstrate strong knowledge of Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation and its practical application.
• They will have experience interpreting and applying statutory requirements, preferably within an FOI environment, and managing FOI requests with a strong commitment to confidentiality, accuracy and compliance.
• The successful applicant will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise correspondence and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, together with a collaborative approach to working across teams, are essential.
• In addition, the successful applicant will have highly developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work under pressure, meet statutory deadlines and maintain a high level of attention to detail.

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 is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

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 19 July 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2025-2027.

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

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au