Administration and Hotel Services Coordinator (502425L1)

Department of Health, Tasmania; West Coast; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

District allowances

Job summary

Department of Health Tasmania is seeking a permanent full-time Hotel Services Administrator for King Island Hospital and Health Centre. The role includes day work, 76 hours per fortnight, and handling reception, data entry and records management with confidentiality.

You will support workforce rostering and coordinate catering, cleaning and laundry with clinical and non-clinical teams to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients and visitors on King Island.

Qualifications

• Professional reception and administrative support experience.
• Data entry, records management and electronic systems proficiency.
• Workforce administration and rostering support responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional reception and administrative support for Hotel Services.
• Assist with workforce rostering to support efficient operations.
• Coordinate catering, cleaning and laundry services with clinical/non-clinical teams.

Skills

Reception experience

Administration

Job description

• Applicant Guide.docx

The Team

The Hotel Services Team is committed to providing high-quality support services that contribute to the overall care experience for patients and residents. Their work helps create a safe, respectful and welcoming environment where people can receive care with dignity and comfort.

The team embodies the Department of Health values of respect, accountability, compassion and excellence, while contributing to the delivery of person-centred care for the King Island community. Through a strong focus on teamwork, customer service and continuous improvement, the Hotel Services Team supports KIHHC's mission of delivering quality healthcare services close to home for the residents of King Island.

The Role

The Hotel Services Administration Team at King Island Hospital and Health Centre (KIHHC) plays a key role in supporting the delivery of healthcare services as part of the Tasmanian Health Service. The role provides reception and front-of-house administrative support, responding to enquiries in a professional, timely and confidential manner, while undertaking a range of administrative and clerical duties including data entry, document preparation, filing and records management. The role will be responsible for maintaining electronic information systems, ensuring accurate and complete records, and assist with the coordination of staff rosters. This role works closely with hotel services staff supporting catering, cleaning and laundry functions, helping to ensure the hospital and health centre operates efficiently and continues to provide a safe, welcoming and high-quality service to the King Island community.

You will need

• Provide professional reception and administrative support for Hotel Services, including responding to enquiries, data entry, records management and maintaining electronic systems.
• Assist with workforce administration activities, including staff rostering, to support the efficient operation of services.
• Support the coordination of catering, cleaning and laundry services, working collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams to ensure a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for patients, residents and visitors.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time, day worker, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date.

• Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025.

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Allowances

Regional Allowances

• District Allowances of up to $4,618 per annum for a family

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• 502425L1 Administration & Hotel Services Coordinator B3 (July 2026).docx

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Bec Thorpe

Position: Nurse Unit Manager - King Island

Phone number: [phone]

Email address: [e-mail]

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