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$153.599.00 - $182,954.00 + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Warrawong – Hybrid Working | REQ679160 | Grade: Health Manager Level 4 | Applications close: 12 August 2026
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
In your role as Manager - Service Planning you will play a pivotal role in helping the District shape its strategic and service directions. The role provides leadership and direction to the Planning team in supporting the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategic, service and operational planning across the District, as directed by the Director Planning, Information and Performance.
The role leads and contributes to development of District-wide strategy in partnership with service and program leaders and the District's Executive.
The role is also responsible for coordinating a number of annual processes that include, but are not limited to, Capital Investment Proposals, the Annual Operational Plan, and the Annual Role Delineation Review.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now
Apply now by reviewing the Position Description and submitting your application through our online portal. Please upload your resume and response of no more than two pages addressing the question below and demonstrating your suitability for the role, drawing on your skills, knowledge and experience:
Health services face increasing demand, workforce constraints, infrastructure challenges and financial pressures. In this environment, how would you lead the Service Planning team to provide strategic, evidence-based advice that supports the integration of care across hospital, ambulatory and community settings?
In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category B role.- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Management and/or Health Leadership and/or equivalent industry experience in health management or health service planning.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD 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 implementing the 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
- Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Pippa Rendel at [email protected]
ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.
