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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network,  Adelaide
• Salary  ASO-7  $108,109 - $116,864 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time

The Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) People and Culture Team is embarking on an exciting period of transformation, focused on elevating the way we support our people and positioning us for a dynamic, digitally enabled future. We’re creating a more strategic, agile and forward-looking workforce function—one that empowers our leaders and teams to thrive and continue delivering world-class care to the South Australian community.

About the Role

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in South Australia. As CALHN’s Workforce Strategist, you’ll take the lead in creating bold, forward-thinking workforce strategies that tackle some of the most important challenges in health today. Working side-by-side with People & Culture and senior clinical leaders, you’ll influence decisions that directly improve patient care while helping us attract, develop and keep world-class talent. Health experience is highly desirable, and we welcome applicants from across Australia—our relocation package makes the move to Adelaide easy and exciting.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-profile role where your ideas and expertise will be seen and valued. You’ll partner with our Workforce Analytics Team to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights, giving CALHN leaders the confidence to plan for the future. If you’re ready to grow your career in a large, dynamic organisation—gaining exposure to executive decision-making and workforce strategy at scale—bring your curiosity, creativity and drive, and help us build the workforce that delivers world-class care.

 About You

You’re a strategic thinker and collaborative problem-solver who thrives on shaping the future of a large, complex organisation. Your ability to build strong relationships, turn data into insight and communicate with influence will help CALHN deliver workforce strategies that make a real difference to patient care.

• Skilled Communicator – Confidently present complex ideas and negotiate outcomes with diverse stakeholders, including senior leaders.
• Data-Driven Planner – Experienced in workforce analytics, forecasting and translating complex datasets into clear, actionable insights.
• Collaborative Partner – Proven track record of building strong relationships and driving results through effective business partnering.
• Organised & Agile – Able to balance multiple projects, set priorities and meet deadlines while working both independently and in a team.

About CALHN

At CALHN we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all. 

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Flexible hybrid working conditions are available. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer 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, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. 
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. 

Job ref: 916308

Enquiries to:

Hugh Wells, Director OD and Workforce Strategy

P: +61 434 918 884
E: hugh.wells@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: 

11:55 pm Sunday, 19^th October 2025

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

 916308 RD Workforce Strategist.pdf

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