Interpreter (Gde 2) - Mandarin/Cantonese, Arabic or Vietnamese - Perm FT

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office vehicle provided

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking an Interpreter (Gde 2) to provide Mandarin/Cantonese, Arabic or Vietnamese medical interpreting across our hospital network in Sydney. The role is permanent full time (38 hours per week) with a base salary plus superannuation and salary packaging.

Location includes Liverpool Hospital, Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital and Fairfield Hospital, with travel between sites supported by a provided office vehicle. Applications close 25 October 2026.

Qualifications

• NAATI certification or accreditation at a paraprofessional level.
• Ability to interpret effectively in medical settings with social and cultural awareness.
• Experience applying the AUSIT Code of Ethics in health interpreting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with good administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical interpreting across hospitals and clinics adhering to ethics and standards.
• Coordinate appointments and workloads using MS Teams and Outlook for scheduling.
• Travel between facilities using the company vehicle to deliver language services.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure accurate patient communication.

Skills

NAATI certification

Healthcare interpreting

Mandarin

Cantonese

Job description

Interpreter (Gde 2) - Mandarin/Cantonese, Arabic or Vietnamese - Perm FT

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ699692

Requisition ID: REQ699692 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week Remuneration: $72,139.00 - $79,687.00+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: SWSLHD – Liverpool Hospital, Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital and/or Fairfield Hospital Applications close: 25/10/2026 Contact: Sam Shen - Health Language Services Manager on Tel: [phone] |Mob: [phone] | E: [e-mail]

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great Join SWSLHD Health Language Services, a dedicated team committed to providing free and confidential language support services to patients across our diverse community. In this rewarding role, you will help improve access to healthcare and ensure patients can communicate effectively throughout their healthcare journey. You will be supported through ongoing free training and professional development opportunities, while working within a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive team environment. An office vehicle is also provided for travel between face-to-face appointments, helping you deliver services across various healthcare settings.

Are You the Right Fit? The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to represent and promote Health Language Services professionally. You will bring demonstrated experience in healthcare interpreting, a strong understanding of the AUSIT Code of Ethics, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. To succeed in this role, you will be punctual, reliable, and organised, with sound administration skills and confidence using MS Teams, Outlook, and electronic booking systems to effectively manage appointments and daily workloads.

Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• NAATI certification or accreditation at a paraprofessional level as a minimum.
• How do your qualifications, NAATI certification, and relevant experience enable you to interpret effectively in medical settings while appropriately addressing social and cultural factors?
• Can you provide examples demonstrating your communication skills, interpersonal strengths, ability to use initiative, and your capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment?

Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [e-mail]

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementingthe Child Safe Standards .We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Temporary Positions For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.