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• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mount Gambier & Districts Health Service
• Position based in Mount Gambier
• Salary: WHA2 $30.85 - $31.17 per hour + 25% Casual Loading + Regional Allowance 
• Casual working over a 7-day roster up to 31 December 2026

Join Us as a Services Assistant – Support Quality Care Through Catering and Cleaning

Are you reliable, efficient, and passionate about supporting a clean and welcoming healthcare environment? We’re seeking  dedicated Services Assistants to join our Casual Pool, providing essential catering, cleaning, and housekeeping services that contribute to safe and comfortable care for our clients on a casual basis.

Click the image above to learn more about working in Limestone Coast Local Health Network!

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver timely, efficient, and effective catering and cleaning services within the health unit.
• Assist with food preparation, service, and delivery to clients.
• Carry out general housekeeping duties to maintain a hygienic environment.
• Undertake laundry duties as required.

What We Are Looking For:

• Are you a collaborative team member who is flexible and able to work across different settings?
• Do you communicate clearly and respectfully with people from all backgrounds while maintaining confidentiality?
• Are you reliable, able to follow direction, manage your time well, and meet deadlines?
• Do you have a safety-focused approach with basic knowledge or experience in cleaning, catering, infection control, or safe work practices?

Our Benefits

• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community.
• Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Diversity and inclusion celebrated: fostering a workplace where individuality is valued, cultural differences are embraced, and everyone feels a strong sense of belonging. 
• 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

Our Organisation

We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.  

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.  

The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other: 

• Relaxed, affordable living 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  

Applicant Information

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

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 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 A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

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

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job Ref: 925416

Enquiries

Ebony Janz
Manager Patient services
Phone: 8721 1220
E-mail: ebony.janz@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

Thursday 31st December 2026 - 11:55PM

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

Eligibility: Open to Everyone 

925416 WHA2 Role Description.pdf

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