Business Partner - Medical Workforce

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Role Title: Business Partner, Medical Workforce Requisition Number: REQ677994 Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 31 October 2027, with potential to extend) Position Classification: Health Manager - Level 1 Location: Negotiable across the District for the successful applicant, based within an MLHD site Remuneration: $91,326.00 - $121,497.00 per annum (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable) Applications Close: Midnight on Sunday 09 August 2026 Are you ready to shape the future of the medical workforce in regional NSW? About Us: Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km2, Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is the region’s largest employer, with 5,000+ staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and a range of specialist and mental health services. At MLHD, you’ll support diverse and meaningful work, with opportunities for career growth, access to cutting-edge technology and a wide range of employee benefits and incentives. About the Opportunity: As a Business Partner, Medical Workforce, you will play a key leadership role within the Medical Workforce Unit, ensuring the delivery of high-quality end-to-end services across medical recruitment, onboarding, credentialing, and workforce governance. You'll work closely with stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies while driving initiatives that strengthen attraction, retention and service delivery. In this role, you will: * Lead operational delivery of medical workforce services including attraction, recruitment, credentialing and governance. * Provide expert advice and support to the Manager, Medical Workforce on matters related to policy, strategy and risk. * Drive continuous improvement by mentoring team members and contributing to workforce capability development. * Support strategic initiatives that improve medical workforce engagement, service delivery and retention across the District. * Partner with hiring managers and executive stakeholders to develop targeted recruitment and talent attraction strategies that address workforce priorities and skill shortages. * Utilise workforce data and market insights to inform recruitment approaches, workforce decision-making and retention strategies. * Ensure all processes are aligned with industrial Awards, legislative obligations and NSW Health policy. To find out more, please review the Position Description. About You: Our ideal candidate will demonstrate: * Proven experience with recruitment services within a complex and regulated environment. * Strong understanding of recruitment governance, credentialing frameworks and industrial awards. * Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and leadership skills. * Ability to manage competing priorities and drive service improvements in a fast-paced setting. * Experience leading or supporting targeted recruitment strategies and/or campaigns. Why join MLHD: At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference. * Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities. * Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience. * Flexible Working Arrangements – As per the NSW Health Flexible Work policies. * Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing. * Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. * Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health. Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to continue your career and contribute to healthier communities. How to Apply: If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click apply now! Your application will require you to include a cover letter, resume and complete five application questions. Need more information? Please contact Jelena Hendricks via jelena.hendricks@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion. Murrumbidgee Local Health District is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. .