Aboriginal Population Health Trainee (Identified)

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District; Penrith; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Day off (ADO)

Salary Packaging

Novated Leasing

Education Training Service courses

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District offers a fully funded Aboriginal Public Health Traineeship. The program provides Master of Public Health studies, rotational placements across Aboriginal Health Unit, Health Promotion, and related areas, and mentorship to develop leadership in public health.

The three-year program emphasizes cultural safety, practical health promotion skills, and population health planning, with placements including NSW Ministry of Health involvement.

Qualifications

• Evidence of strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.
• Experience in health service delivery or healthcare-related roles.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Undergraduate degree

Master of Public Health admission requirements

Tools

MS Teams

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

Employment Details

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 31/12/2029)

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1

Location: Lemongrove Campus

Remuneration: $46.05 - $61.27 per hour

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ703795

Applications Close: 29/11/2026

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. Population Health Division is responsible for addressing primary and secondary disease prevention within the local community through Health Promotion, HIV and Related Programs Multicultural Health. Our work is delivered through individual service delivery. Population health promotes programs and initiates capacity building to members of priority populations on priority issues.

This fully funded, university-level traineeship offers a clear pathway into a rewarding public health career, combining hands‑on community impact with the opportunity to shape your own professional journey.

Designed to support the growth of the Aboriginal workforce, this unique opportunity will provide broad experience across population and public health while contributing to improved health outcomes for Aboriginal communities within Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.

As part of the NSW Aboriginal Population Health Training Initiative, you will complete a series of structured work placements across a range of NBMLHD services, gaining valuable exposure to population health practice and developing practical skills in health promotion, project work, research, planning, and community engagement. Through this diverse experience, you will contribute to the development and implementation of strategies that protect and promote the health and wellbeing of communities across the district. Working alongside experienced public health professionals, you will be supported through a structured learning environment that encourages professional growth, builds capability, and develops the skills required for future leadership opportunities within public health. This traineeship offers the chance to make a meaningful difference while gaining recognised qualifications and practical experience in a dynamic and rewarding field.

The Aboriginal Public Health Traineeship Initiative (supported by the Ministry of Health) and partnered with Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is offering: Fully Funded Master's Degree: Complete a Master of Public Health qualification at a NSW University of your choice (online, face‑to‑face, or hybrid) with 100% of your tuition covered and dedicated study leave built directly into your work hours. Broad Rotational Experience: Gain well‑rounded expertise across key public health areas including with Aboriginal Health Unit, Health Promotion, Communicable Diseases, Healthy Places, Immunisation, and Environmental Health aligned to working directly with local Aboriginal communities. Tailored Career Path & Autonomy: Shape your own experience by driving projects tailored directly to your personal interests, skills, and long‑term career goals. Flexible Location & Unique Final Placement Opportunity: Progress through rotations within the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, with the final placement in 2029 with the NSW Ministry of Health based at St Leonards. Comprehensive Support Network: Receive dedicated cultural supervision to guide your engagement with Aboriginal communities and foster cultural safety, as well as structured support, workplace mentoring and career planning in the lead up to the end of the three‑year program.

For more information about the Aboriginal Population Health Training Initiative.

Year Primary Focus & Placement Area Key Benefits

Years 1–2 Rotations within Ne…

Hands‑on experience, direct community engagement, customised project focus

Year 3 Ministry of Health Placement (Centre for Aboriginal Health & Health Protection NSW, St Leonards SYDNEY High‑level system planning, strategic networking, career leadership placement Advance your NSW public health career through high‑impact experience, professional growth, and the unique opportunities offered by the NBMLHD Aboriginal Public Health Traineeship Initiative.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Accrued Day off (ADO)
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

• This is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander position and, as such, applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander in their local community, and possess the requisite cultural knowledge. NBMLHD considers that being Aboriginal is genuine occupational qualification under Section 14 of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
• Demonstrated extensive experience in health service delivery or healthcare‑related employment.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Australian health system.
• Sound knowledge of social, cultural, political and health issues affecting Aboriginal people, families and communities and demonstrated understanding of the social determinants of Aboriginal Health.
• Demonstrated high level oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to set and meet priorities, particularly in meeting competing within work and between work and study.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of Microsoft office applications, including MS Teams, SharePoint and Excel.
• Successful completion of a recognised undergraduate degree and/or ability to meet the admission requirements for the post graduate degree of Master of Public Health at a university in NSW.

Additional information

• For role related queries or questions contact Eloise Milthorpe on [e-mail]
• NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
• NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards.

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