Senior Project Officer

Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network; South Australia; Hybrid; AUD 98,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in South Australia is seeking a Senior Project Officer to lead and implement mental health projects. This role involves managing complex initiatives aimed at improving mental health services across rural communities. Candidates should have experience in project management within health services and the ability to collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders. The position offers competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities to contribute to meaningful change in community health.

Benefits

Relocation support

Employee Assistance Program

Health and fitness benefits

Generous leave provisions

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex health projects.
• Confidence in providing strategic advice to leaders.
• Ability to analyse evidence and manage change.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional mental health projects from planning to evaluation.
• Provide expert advice for service planning and reform.
• Engage with clinicians and community stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Clinical expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

AHPRA registration

Job description

Senior Project Officer

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Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Eastern

Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Allied and Scientific Health, Nursing / Midwifery, Project and Program Management

• Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, Rural and Remote Mental Health Service
• Position based at Rural and Remote MHS Parkside Campus. Working from regional locations will be considered
• Temporary Full Time up to 31 December 2027 working over 5-day roster
• Salary :

AHP3 $108,347 - $116,216 p.a + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits

• ASO6 $98,478 - $104,165 p.a+ Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• RN / RM3 $125,183 - $130,779 p.a+ Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits

What are we offering?

Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Officer to support Rural and Remote Mental Health services across regional South Australia. This is a unique opportunity to lead and deliver high-impact projects that shape mental health service planning, reform and improvement across multiple Local Health Networks, while contributing specialist clinical and / or strategic expertise.

Working closely with senior leaders, clinicians and stakeholders, you will manage complex projects from concept through to evaluation, support integrated service planning, and drive evidence-based, consumer-centred mental health outcomes. The role offers autonomy, professional influence, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for rural and remote communities.

Who are we?

The Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network offers opportunities across our sites, from Kangaroo Island to Eudunda, wrapping all the way around our metropolitan areas (position based in Glenside / Parkside). We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care to all our consumers, residents, their families, and community. Our mission is to ensure that you always receive the best quality, safe, consistent, collaborative care and always with kindness. We do this by maintaining exceptional levels of care at all times supported by systems and processes that assure us of quality and safety of our staff and those we serve.

What do we stand for?

At BHFLHN our values underpin everything we do and the way we behave every day. We also look for people who align to our values and we believe that our passion must be yours to be a success, our values areTrust, Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Kindness.

Who are we looking for?

• Do you have strong experience in leading complex projects or programs within mental health or health services?
• Are you confident providing expert clinical, professional or strategic advice to senior leaders and stakeholders?
• Do you thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy influencing service improvement and reform?
• Are you skilled in analysing evidence, managing change and delivering outcomes in complex systems?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions - then read on...

How will you contribute?

• Lead the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of regional mental health projects and service initiatives.
• Provide high-level advice, analysis and reporting to inform service planning, reform and decision-making.
• Engage and collaborate with clinicians, consumers, carers, Aboriginal communities and partner organisations.
• Support continuous improvement through evidence-based practice, evaluation, risk management and innovation.

What will we offer you in return?

At BHFLHN, not only will you be working in an environment surrounded by beautiful scenery and nature we see your work here as not just as a job, but an opportunity to extend, progress or consolidate your career with us. We therefore offer you opportunities to be supported in the following ways :

• Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility.Click here for detailsand contact the enquires person for further information.
• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT yearClick here more information
• Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities
• Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program
• Health and Fitness Benefits : Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to BHFLHN staff and their families.

What else do you need to know / what is essential for success?

Working in this environment, it is important to us that we only employ people with the upmost integrity and commitment to serving the South Australian community and its visitors to the highest possible standards. To ensure that we meet that commitment there are a few checks that you will be required to undertake. These are detailed on the Role Description, and do vary depending on what is required in the role, but are likely to include the following :

• You will need to be immunised. The policy on immunisation is very detailed, so please contact the Enquiries Person for this position if you have any queries.Addressing vaccine preventable disease : Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy
• You will need to undergo employment screening, what you require is also on the front page of the Role Description.
• To be appointed to the RN / RM3 or AHP3 level, you you will be required to hold registration with AHPRA to practice as a Nurse, Psychologist, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist within our organisation.

Our commitment to diversity & inclusion

BHFLHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Help is here!

Please refer to all the details in the Role Description below (Job ref : ), or reach out to Ben Sunstrom, Senior Manager, Strategy and Projects on Phone : or via E-mail :

More information is offeredvia our Applicant ChecklistBHFLHN Applicant Checklist.pdf. Please also click here for ourAustralian applicant guideline

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DON’T HESITATE! Applications Close Sunday 11th January 2026, 11 : 55PM

Eligibility : Open to everyone

Advertised : 15 Dec 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close : 11 Jan 2026 11 : 55 PM Cen. Australia Daylight Time