Senior Administration Officer - Governance & Planning

SA Health; South Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Leave Loading

Salary Sacrifice

Job summary

SA Health in the Limestone Coast Local Health Network is seeking a Senior Administration Officer – Governance & Planning to provide high-level executive support and manage administrative tasks for the Director Governance & Planning. You will coordinate meetings, diaries, and records, ensuring accurate documentation and timely follow-up.

The role requires strong organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders while improving administrative systems across the

Qualifications

• Experience providing high-level executive administration and secretariat support.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Discretion and ability to manage confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Director Governance & Planning.
• Coordinate correspondence, meetings, diaries, committee documentation and records management.
• Prepare agendas and minutes; manage records and effective administrative systems.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and look for improvements to processes.

Skills

Executive support

Secretariat experience

Stakeholder liaison

MS Office

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Administration Officer - Governance & Planning

Job no: 954891
Work type: Full time
Location: South East
Categories: Administration, Business and Management

Senior Administration Officer – Governance & Planning

Ongoing | Full-Time

12% Superannuation | Leave Loading | Salary Sacrifice

About the Role

Are you an organised, proactive administration professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Join the Limestone Coast Local Health Network as our Senior Administration Officer – Governance & Planning.

In this role, you will provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Director Governance & Planning, coordinating correspondence, meetings, diaries, committee documentation and records management.

You will manage competing priorities, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to improving administrative systems and processes. Your attention to detail, initiative and ability to deliver quality outcomes under pressure will be key to supporting the effective operation of the Governance & Planning Division.

About You

You are a highly organised and adaptable administration professional with a positive, 'can-do' attitude and exceptional attention to detail. You thrive when managing a high volume of work, confidently prioritise competing deadlines and take initiative to get things done. You bring professionalism, discretion and strong communication skills to a busy executive environment.

To succeed in the Senior Administration Officer – Governance & Planning role, you will:

Demonstrate proven experience providing high-level executive administration and secretariat support, including meeting coordination, agenda preparation and accurate minute taking.

Have excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage high workloads, competing priorities and tight deadlines with minimal supervision.

Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with senior executives, staff and external stakeholders.

Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, with experience maintaining records, correspondence and effective administrative systems.

Exercise sound judgement, initiative and discretion when handling confidential information, solving problems and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

About Governance & Planning

The Governance & Planning Division supports the effective operation, accountability and strategic direction of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network.

Working closely with senior leadership and stakeholders, the division supports governance processes, executive administration, coordination and organisational improvement.

As part of this team, you will play an important role in keeping executive operations running smoothly, supporting committee and governance activities, maintaining effective administrative systems and ensuring timely communication and follow-up across the organisation.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the behind-the-scenes functions that support quality healthcare delivery across the Limestone Coast.

About the Limestone Coast Local Health Network

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia's south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1800 staff and approximately 250 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and community-focused care.

Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering acute, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites. Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of its communities.

Beyond the work, LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia's most liveable regional destinations, where professional impact is matched with genuine work–life balance.

Why the Limestone Coast Local Health Network?

Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.

Enjoy relaxed, affordable living with access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor adventure.

Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.

Access professional development, education, and flexible working options.

Benefit from salary packaging, wellbeing initiatives, and for eligible roles relocation support.

Live midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, with the best of regional and city life.

Conditions of Employment

A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.

Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category B.

Some out-of-hours work may be required to accommodate priority work and meet deadlines.

Some intrastate or interstate travel, including overnight absences, may be required.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Enquiries

For any enquiries, please feel free to contact Angela Miller, Director Governance and Planning on [phone] or email [e-mail] and quote role 954891.

Applications to be submitted before 11:59pm (ACDT) [TUESDAY 10 November 2026].

Suitably qualified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference as special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and sections 34(2) and 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA).

Advertised: 27 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Nov 2026 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Daylight Time

• Administration, Business and Management 1