Location : North East Region | Albury / Wodonga
Job type : Ongoing - Full Time
Occupation : Other
Reference : 1186
About the Role
Closing Date : 1st December, 2024
Join the largest regional health service between Sydney and Melbourne Competitive salary plus generous salary packaging options Access to wellness programs and fitness passport Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) are seeking an experienced Director of Central Agency Hub to lead the management of temporary agency workers across clinical and non-clinical areas within our healthcare organisation. Reporting to the Chief of People Operations, you will oversee a skilled team responsible for coordinating agency staff across medical, nursing, allied health, administrative, and support services, while optimizing staffing solutions and driving cost-efficiency.
Key Responsibilities :
Lead the coordinator(s) managing the engagement of temporary agency staff. Oversee agency relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance. Implement strategies to reduce agency costs and improve staffing processes. Ensure compliance with healthcare governance and policies (NSW Health, Victorian Department of Health). Develop KPIs and track agency usage and performance. Analyze data to identify trends, compliance issues, and opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with stakeholders to innovate and share best practices. Lead change management initiatives and contribute to strategic planning. What We're Looking For :
Proven experience in managing agency staffing in healthcare, with expertise in clinical and non-clinical recruitment. Strong leadership and team management experience in complex recruitment settings. Excellent contract management, negotiation, and cost management skills. Advanced analytical skills, with experience using workforce management systems (Optima preferred). Strong financial acumen, including budget management and cost reduction strategies. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities. A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, ideally in a healthcare environment. Postgraduate qualifications in business, HR, or a related field (desirable). Employment Type : This is a permanent, full-time opportunity.
For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Rebecca Jhonston for a confidential discussion.
AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW.
What awaits you at AWH?
We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.
Are you ready to become part of our team?
To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.
AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.
Important Notice : All healthcare workers must be fully vaccinated or hold an approved medical contraindication certificate. Successful candidates will need to provide documentation of their COVID-19 and flu vaccination status.
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