Team Leader - Roster Support Unit (534385)

Department of Health, Tasmania; West Coast; On-site; AUD 102,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Accelerated pathways

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Department of Health Tasmania is seeking a Band 5 Team Leader to provide day-to-day leadership, coordination and supervision for the Roster Support Unit across North West Hospitals. You will oversee rostering, staff development, data integrity and ProAct system matters.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, plus experience with HR/payroll information systems and staff training. You will build productive relationships while maintaining a high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience in rostering/productivity or HR/payroll information systems may be required or quickly learned.
• Proficiency with database applications and staff training.
• Strong communication and staff supervision skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and coordination for the Roster Support Unit.
• Supervise rostering, staffing admin and data integrity across hospital sites.
• Oversee reporting, resolve rostering issues and train staff.
• Contribute to system enhancements and business process improvements.

Skills

Rostering knowledge

Productivity

HRIS experience

Payroll information systems

ProAct system

Tools

Database applications

ProAct system

Job description

The Team

The Roster Support Unit sits within the Integrated Operations Centre and provides rostering, reporting and workforce information services across Hospitals and Primary Care North West. Operating across North West Regional Hospital and Mersey Community Hospital, the team works closely with Nurse Managers, the Integrated Operations Centre, North West Payroll and system providers. The unit supports effective staffing and service delivery by maintaining accurate information in the ProAct system, producing reports and helping managers resolve complex rostering matters.

The Role

The Band 5 Team Leader provides day-to-day leadership, coordination and supervision for Roster Support Unit and staffing admin at both hospital sites. Working with a degree of autonomy under the broad direction of the Nurse Unit Manager and Nursing Director Integrated Operations, you will provide specialist advice on rostering, staffing utilisation, industrial awards and agreements, data integrity and ProAct system matters. You will oversee reporting, investigate complex rostering issues, train and develop staff, improve business processes and contribute to system enhancements and wider projects. The role requires sound judgement, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to build productive relationships while maintaining a responsive, accurate and high-quality service.

You will need

• Knowledge, understanding and experience in rostering/productivity and/or Human Resource and Payroll Information Systems and associated technology, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.
• Well-developed computer skills, including experience and competency in the use of database applications, with the ability to train staff and facilitate ongoing education.
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with a proven ability to efficiently and effectively supervise staff and interact and liaise with other relevant internal and external clients and stakeholders.

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 November/December 2026.

• 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

$102,027 to $106,985 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with The Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award

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.

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