Executive Assistant

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 opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) seeks a Health Manager Level 1 – Executive Assistant to provide high‑level administrative and executive support to senior Clinical Governance leaders in Penrith. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate governance meetings, and prepare reports while maintaining confidential records.

The role requires exceptional organisation, discretion, and the ability to handle multiple priorities, contributing to quality and safety initiatives across

Qualifications

• Experience providing high‑level executive/administrative support to senior leaders.
• Strong organisational skills, time management and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level executive assistance to senior Clinical Governance leaders.
• Manage complex calendars, coordinate committees and governance meetings, prepare correspondence and reports, maintain confidential records.
• Support implementation of quality and safety initiatives across the organisation.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Stakeholder engagement

Documentation

Communications

Tools

Content Manager CM

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 12/03/2027) Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1 Location: Station Street Office, Penrith Remuneration: $46.05 - $61.27 per hour Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ705795 Applications Close: 16/11/2026 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. The district is committed to the delivery of safe high-quality care through the implementation of robust clinical governance processes to create an environment that is transparent and accountable for patient safety and quality of care outcomes. The Clinical Governance team works with and supports clinical staff to ensure rigorous review and audit of patient outcomes with effective uptake of safety initiatives. This includes the provision of support and facilitation for quality improvement activities to improve the services that are provided to patients, families and the community.

The Executive Assistant provides high level administrative and executive support to senior Clinical Governance leaders, ensuring effective coordination of business operations, governance activities, meetings and strategic priorities. You will manage complex calendars, coordinate committees and governance meetings, prepare correspondence and reports, maintain confidential records and support the implementation of quality and safety initiatives across the organisation. The role requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of professionalism. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a supportive and dynamic healthcare environment.

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

• Experience in providing high level executive assistance and support to a senior executive.
• High level organisational and time management skills with an ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and show initiative.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including oral and written communication.
• Advanced proficiency in preparing documentation (such as memorandums, agendas, minutes, letters, briefings, reports, presentations).
• Experience using electronic records management system such as Content Manager (CM).
• Working knowledge of systems that support business processes including purchasing, recruitment and rostering functions.

Additional information

• For role related queries or questions contact Lisa Wright 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.
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.