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• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Quorn
• WHD2 | Full/Part Time | Temporary (up to 31 March 2027)
  
• Multiple Positions Available
• Base Salary Range: $542.12 - $1,226.66 per week (pro rata)

Join us as a Services Assistant and support the delivery of essential catering, cleaning and laundry services within the health unit!

Discover the Flinders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meets Opportunity

Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.

Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career with FUNLHN

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. We offer flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle, professional development opportunities to help you grow, and a workplace where every role matters. Whatever your position, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our health network and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN!

Our Benefits:

• Financial Incentive: On top of your annual salary and standard entitlements, you may be eligible to boost your take-home pay even further by enjoying salary packaging options.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work in an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference in the health of our community.
• Balance Work and Life: Flexible working arrangements help you maintain a healthy balance between rewarding work and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual voluntary flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation Support: Up to $13,000 reimbursement may be available for those relocating. Learn more a SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Accommodation Assistance: Accommodation support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

Site and Service:

Quorn Health Service

Quorn Health Service is a 41-bed facility, including 11 acute beds and 30 aged care beds, proudly serving the Flinders Ranges region. As part of the Flinders Ranges Multi-Purpose Service (MPS), we provide accident and emergency care, general and surgical services, and residential aged care. Our dedicated team plays an integral role in supporting the health and wellbeing of residents - offering companionship, encouraging independence, and maintaining vital connections with family, friends, and the local community to enrich quality of life. We also host a range of regular visiting allied health services, ensuring comprehensive care close to home. Find out more about the Services at Quorn Health Service | SA Health

Living and Working in the Flinders and Upper North Region - Quorn

About the Role:

As a Services Assistant, you will provide a timely, efficient and effective service supporting the catering, cleaning and laundry functions of the health unit. Your duties will include the preparation, service and delivery of food to clients, general housekeeping, and laundry services such as washing, sorting, ironing and distributing linen and uniforms.

In this role, you will contribute to the smooth operation of the health unit by assisting with food preparation and service, maintaining cleanliness standards, operating equipment and supporting stock and resource management. You will follow clear instructions and procedures while working collaboratively with others and maintaining the skills and knowledge required to perform your role effectively.

About You:

• Limited experience in the areas of housekeeping, cooking/catering and laundry.
• Basic knowledge of safe working conditions.
• Basic knowledge of Food Safety Standards.
• Basic knowledge of Infection Control Standards, including cleaning and sanitizing processes.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Act and Risk Management principles.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• SA Health is 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, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
• We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Want To Know More? Contact:

Trudy Bowshire - Education Coordinator, 0428 423 074, trudy.bowshire@sa.gov.au

Job Ref: 932641

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 8th April 2026 - 11:55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply for further information.

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