Industrial Officer
Job Description
Are you passionate about workers’ rights and improving public healthcare?
The Australian Salaried Medical Officers’ Federation (NSW) (The Doctors Union) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Industrial Officer to join our team on a fixed-term back fill contract, with potential full time ongoing, to champion the interests of doctors in NSW.
In this role, you’ll be a key player in:
Protecting doctors’ rights: Providing expert industrial advice, representation, and advocacy to our members.
Building a stronger union: Collaborating on strategies to recruit and retain members, develop leaders, and amplify the union’s voice.
Securing better outcomes: Participating in negotiations for better salaries, working conditions, and a more robust public health system.
Help shape the union’s future by contributing to strategic planning and policy development.
You’ll be a great fit if you have:
A strong commitment to union values and a passion for making a difference.
Minimum two years’ experience in industrial relations, including member representation.
Solid knowledge of industrial relations and NSW/national legislation.
Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills (written and verbal, including tribunal presentations).
The ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
A strong work ethic, initiative, and a willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge in industrial relations and advocacy.
We offer:
A salary range commencing from $117,725 per year to a maximum of $147,664 per year, depending on level of experience
Five weeks of annual leave and superannuation
The opportunity to work in a supportive and progressive environment
A chance to make a real impact on the lives of salaried doctors in NSW
The role is based in Ultimo and is full-time.
Ready to make a difference? !
Position Description
For a copy of the Position Description and Selection Criteria, please get in touch with Jen Waddell at jenniferw@asmof.org.au.
Application
Please email Andrew Holland, Executive Director, ASMOF NSW, a cover letter addressing the essential and desirable requirements and your resume to jenniferw@asmof.org.au.
Applications close
COB Friday 27 March 2026.
This is a full-time, fixed-term back fill contract position based in Ultimo, NSW. We require the ability to attend meetings outside of regular business hours.
The Doctors’ Union is an equal-opportunity employer.
Industrial Officer
ASMOF NSW
ASMOF NSW
Job posted on: March 16, 2026
Applications close: Friday 27th March (COB)
Salary: A salary range commencing from $117,725 per year to a maximum of $147,664 per year, depending on level of experience + +
