SA Health
Job reference: 938499
Location: 5700 - PORT AUGUSTA
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network - Port Augusta
• OPS4 | Full Time | Ongoing
• Base Salary Range: $82,212 - $86,180 p.a

Join us as a Senior Facilities Officer and help maintain the essential infrastructure that keeps healthcare services running safely and efficiently!

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 - Living and Working in Port Augusta

To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN

 

Our Benefits:

• Financial Incentive: You may be eligible for Regional and Locality allowance (where applicable) and salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay.
• Work-life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual 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: Support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

 

About the Role:

You will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant operation of Port Augusta Hospital and Health Service's facilities and infrastructure. You'll coordinate minor works projects, oversee maintenance programs, manage compliance and auditing activities, and provide expert advice on asset management, repair and replacement strategies. Working with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders, you'll also supervise trade assistants, manage maintenance systems, and support the delivery of high-quality facility services that contribute to a safe and effective healthcare environment.

938499 OPS4 Role Description

About You:

• Experience in facilities maintenance, asset management or building services, ideally within a healthcare environment.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance principles and relevant regulations.
• Proven ability to coordinate projects, supervise staff and manage contractors.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities independently.

 

Want To Know More? Contact:

Lindsee Hall - Senior Project Officer, +61 873 237 561, lindsee.hall@sa.gov.au

 

Applicant Information:

• Please refer to the role description for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• 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.

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

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Application Closing Date: Wednesday 22nd July 2026 - 11:55PM

Applications close: 22/07/2026 11:55 PM

Flexibility Statement
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.