Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Non Graduate / Graduate
Remuneration: $64,985.00 - $108,229.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, Dubbo or Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 23 June 2026 – 11:59pm

Health Promotion Officer
Allied & Population Health Directorate

About the role

As a generalist Health Promotion Officer, you will join a dynamic team responsible coordinating the delivery of evidence-based health promotion programs that address the prevention of chronic disease, with a focus on tobacco control, physical activity and healthy eating in Western New South Wales (WNSWLHD) & Far West Local Health Districts (FWLHD).

WNSWLHD is one of the largest Local Health Districts (LHD) in NSW encompassing an area of 246,676 square kilometres. The population is approximately 284,000 people with approx. 14.5% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. Orange, Bathurst, and Dubbo are both large NSW regional cities.

The Health Promotion Team has the responsibility of delivering mandated state-wide and locally developed programs under healthy eating and active living (HEAL) and tobacco and vaping control across WNSWLHD.

As an employee of WNSWLHD, the successful applicant gains access to training and education, and employee related services like salary packaging. You will become part of an organisation that makes a difference in our health and wellbeing of our population.

You will join a passionate, flexible and supportive team that develops, implements, and evaluates population-level health promotion programs. This position works within a high performing Health Promotion Unit which consistently meets its performance targets.

Helping you move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

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Role-related enquiries: Please contact Amy Archer, Manager Health Promotion on (0419 886 305 or at Amy.Archer@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian

Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards

For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

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