The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Assistant Advisor - Work Experience and Traineeships (Identified - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Support the recruitment of students and provide ongoing culturally responsive support across the programs cycle
Provide secretarial services including organising meetings, workshops, agendas, minutes and tracking of actions as required
Identify, monitor, and attend to urgent enquiries and issues on behalf of the Work Experience and Traineeship Advisor
Successfully engage/mentor/coach adolescents, leading to positive outcomes
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community
While not mandatory, a relevant qualification would be well regarded
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Temporary full time (up to twelve months, with the possibility of extension)
Base salary ranging from $93 556 - $103 074 per annum
About Us
This role reports directly to the Work Experience and Traineeship Advisor.
The Organisational Capability (OC) Unit acts as a trusted business partner. The team leads the development of key strategies for Gold Coast Health including the Workforce Strategy, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, and Core Capability Framework. OC develop Gold Coast Health wide workforce initiatives that build a culture of success and provide tools, training and leadership development for the workforce.
OC plays a key role in helping our organisation keep up with a fast-changing environment as the demand for world class talent increases. Developing tools and resources that build and drive a high-performance culture are essential as competition heats up for talent. OC's programs and initiatives, help to engage, retain and develop the workforce to meet the health services priorities now and into the future.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 15 June 2026.
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC684306
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