Rosters & Operations Coordinator

Requisition No: 461+
Executive Division: Medical Services
Division: Medical Workforce
Program: Medical Workforce
Department: Medical Workforce Unit
Enterprise Agreement: Varied Health and Allied Services, Managers and Ad
Job Function: Administration & Leadership
Project:
Location: Footscray Hospital
Employment Type: Ongoing Full-Time
Salary: HS3

About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly organised Roster & Operations Coordinator to join our energetic and dynamic Medical Workforce Unit at Western Health.

As a Rosters & Operations Coordinator, you will have responsibility for various functions related to the operational management and support of junior medical staff within an allocated portfolio.

Key responsibilities:
JMS and SMS recruitment, selection, credentialling, contracting and onboarding
Creation of yearly rotation and leave plans for JMS
Rostering JMS consistent with the provisions of the Victorian DiT Enterprise Agreement
Supporting organisational recruitment strategy and workforce planning

About you:
Exceptional organisational and time management skills
High level of attention to detail
A "can do" positive attitude to helping others (customers and colleagues)
Outstanding customer service skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot spontaneously without prompting

Position Description

About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include
oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities
Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion
Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment
Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about supporting our workforce, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:5+pm on 8 July 2025.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Kathleen Murphy (Deputy Director of Medical Workforce) via Kathleen.Murphy@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.