Executive Assistant to the Director Aeromedical and Special Operations

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Position Title: Executive Assistant to the Director Aeromedical and Special Operations
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (6 months with possible extension)
Position Classification: Admin Officer Grade 1
Salary range: $84,335 per annum - $86,615 per annum + 12% super and benefits
Location: NSW Ambulance State Operations Centre, Sydney Olympic Park
Applications Close: 03 Aug 2025 at 11.59PM



“With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.”



About NSW Ambulance:
NSW Ambulance is an integral part of the NSW Health system that must work together seamlessly to deliver services to the community of NSW. We take a values-based leadership approach putting our people at the centre of everything we do, striving to deliver our mission of Excellence in Care through our CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

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NSW Ambulance 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!

About the Opportunity:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Provide high-level executive and administrative support to the Director of Aeromedical Special Operations.
Coordinate daily operations and communication across the Director’s office and broader management team.
Liaise with key stakeholders, including State Headquarters, to ensure seamless organisational support.
Contribute to the efficient functioning of a fast-paced team delivering critical emergency health services.
Support a high-impact leadership role within one of Australia’s most vital health organisations.


About You:
We’re looking for someone who:

Thrives in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment, and enjoys being a supportive team member.
Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
Brings strong administrative expertise and is highly proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.
Values collaboration, attention to detail, and delivering high-quality support in every task.
Essential Criteria:
Demonstrated minimum of 3 years EA experience.
Director level and above EA experience preferable.

How to Apply:

Please respond to the below two questions (max 4000 characters including spaces) and submit this with your CV and other required information.

Question 1: We've all been forced to change priorities/actions on the job because of some unforeseen event. Tell me about the last time this happened to you. How did you respond?

Question 2: Give me an example of when you checked on the status of an important project/task/assignment and discovered it was being done incorrectly. What did you do? What was the outcome?


Need more information?
1) Click here for the Role Description and Position Conditions and General Info
2) Learn more about careers at NSW Ambulance here





Additional Benefits:

Financial benefits


Generous salary packaging options to help you increase your take home pay: Up to $9,000 for living expenses + $2,600 meal entertainment + novated leasing
Accessible via Public TransportWork-life balance
Flexible or Hybrid Work Agreements may be negotiated

Paid Allocated Days Off (ADOs) once a month
Additional Public Holiday
Professional development

Career development and growth opportunities
Access to on-the-job development and coaching
Health wellbeing

Fitness passport, and medic-fit gyms at most locations – discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy
Discounted private health insurance
Staff Support Program – extensive free, confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
Additional Information:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria articulated in Role Description
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.
Eligibility lists and talent pools may be created and used to fill temporary or permanent vacancies over the next 18 months at the same, or other locations, that are at the same grade and capability level.
Contact People

Please contact Jessica Rose on jessica.rose@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to NSW Ambulance’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact Leonie Garvey on Leonie.Garvey@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

Please contact ambulance-diversity@health.nsw.gov.au if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self. Read more