Executive Assistant (Administration Officer Lvl 5)

Requisition ID: REQ662267

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $79171.07 - $80966.53 per year + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Bankstown Hospital

Applications close: 08/06/2026

Contact: Niloofar Faridfar - Executive Officer on ***email_hidden***

Providing high‑level executive and administrative support that keeps the Bankstown‑Lidcombe Hospital Executive Leadership Team operating smoothly, efficiently, and focused on delivering exceptional healthcare outcomes.

Achieve Something Great

Achieve something great by supporting leaders who are shaping the future of healthcare in our community.

• Bankstown Hospital is seeking a dynamic and highly organised Executive Assistant to support the Executive Leadership Team across key portfolios.
• Provide high-level administrative and executive support to senior leaders, including the Director of Clinical Governance and Director of Allied Health.
• Play a pivotal role in enabling strategic initiatives that enhance patient care and service delivery.
• Work closely with influential healthcare leaders driving innovation and excellence across the organisation.
Be part of a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional healthcare outcomes for the community.

Are You the Right Fit?

This Executive Assistant role is ideal for someone who brings professionalism, discretion and a steady, organised approach to supporting senior leadership.

• Able to manage complex calendars seamlessly, ensuring shifting priorities and commitments remain aligned.
• Experienced in coordinating meetings and communications with clarity, timeliness and discretion.
• Skilled in preparing reports and documentation that are accurate, polished and decision‑ready.
• Committed to maintaining smooth day‑to‑day operations through proactive organisation and attention to detail.
• Comfortable thriving in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment while supporting leadership in a meaningful and reliable way.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Describe your experience providing high-level executive support in a fast-paced environment. How do you manage competing priorities and ensure deadlines are met?
• Can you provide an example of how you’ve effectively liaised with a diverse range of stakeholders, including senior executives and frontline staff? What strategies do you use to maintain professionalism and clear communication?

• Describe a time when you had to manage sensitive or confidential information. How did you ensure discretion and maintain trust with senior management?

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• Position Information
  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• How to Apply
  • Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
  • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
• Aboriginal Workforce
  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
  • 12% superannuation
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
  • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

  • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Temporary visa holders
  • May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
• Vaccination Requirements
  • All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
  • South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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