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• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, People and Culture
• Mount Gambier (or other location is negotiable within Limestone Coast region)
• Salary: ASO4 $76,561 - $80,256 p.a.  + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Full-time position working up to 27 November 2026
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

About the Role

An exciting opportunity is available for a Team Leader – HR Operations to join the People & Culture team at Limestone Coast Local Health Network. This role provides high-quality, timely and practical HR operational advice and leadership, supporting managers and staff across the organisation while leading a small team delivering HR services.

Working under the direction of the Manager HR Operations, you will contribute to contemporary HR practices, service improvement initiatives and effective HR business partnering across a complex and diverse health workforce.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate HR Operations services, providing day-to-day direction, coaching and support to the HR Operations team
• Deliver accurate and timely HR advice to managers on recruitment, classification management, industrial relations and workforce matters
• Support HR governance, compliance and systems management, including recruitment advertising and HRMS processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement, projects and service enhancements aligned with organisational priorities

What you’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience leading or supervising staff in an HR or workforce services environment
• Strong knowledge of contemporary HR practices, policies and industrial frameworks within a complex organisation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide practical, solutions-focused advice
• High level organisational skills, professionalism and ability to manage confidential and sensitive matters

Why join us?

• Be part of a team that leads with purpose and puts people first
• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Access salary packaging benefits in addition to annual salary, superannuation, and leave loading. 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 year Click here more information
• Work/life balance - many sporting clubs, activities and social events suitable for young and mature professionals
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available (see SA Health Careers - Relocation support for more information)
• Confidential counselling and support via our free Employee Assistance Program.

The region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle with a strong sense of community
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living.

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN   

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.  The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Applicant information

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) 

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Job ref: 929303

Enquiries

Paula McElroy
Position: Senior HR Consultant
Phone: 0435328273
E-mail: paula.mcelroy2@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

24 February 2026 - 2 week close - 11.55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

Attachments

 929303 - ASO4 Team Leader - HR Operations Role Description.pdf

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