Location: Perth
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $158,564 - $167,547
Closing Date: 2026-06-30 4:00 PM
Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?
We are looking for a highly experienced Aboriginal Health Project Consultant to support our Graylands Reconfiguration and Forensic Project (GRAFP) team in delivering key development projects which will improve healthcare infrastructure for all Western Australians.
We have one (1) vacancy for up to Full-time (76 hrs / fortnight or pro rata),
Fixed Term appointment for an initial 12 months, with the possibility of extension(s).
Eligibility to Apply: Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent.
Project Background and Position Description
The Graylands Reconfiguration and Forensic Project encompasses all activities related to the Reconfiguration of the Graylands site and includes the Graylands Campus Project (GCP), which is the first major phase of the reconfiguration. GCP scope includes:
- A 32 bed male adult forensic inpatient unit
- An 8 bed child and adolescent forensic inpatient unit
- Integrated adult patient services and rehabilitation centre (the hub)
- Secure perimeter, associated road works and site works
This program represents a significant opportunity to improve contemporary services to meet the needs of Western Australians living with mental health issues, now and in the future.
What is our Aboriginal Health Project Consultant role?
This position leads engagement to identify needs of Aboriginal people to inform and shape new health facilities and services to enable the provision of culturally safe health care. Cultivates partnerships between Aboriginal and other healthcare workers and organisations to assist in the planning and development of culturally appropriate mental health care for Aboriginal people and their families. Supports the work of the GRAFP team across all workstreams and deliverables.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
What we offer
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:
- Salary packaging to increase take-home pay
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Diverse and inclusive culture
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Jennifer Holmes on 0405 826 957 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.
We think you’ll like it here
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Ready to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online via www.jobs.wa.gov.au, so prepare your documents for uploading (details below) before you start and allow enough time to complete the online application process. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
The JDF is attached for reference. Your application should include:
- A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining how you propose to perform the role.
- A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and demonstrates your skills and experience in relation to the accountabilities and selection criteria relevant to this position.
- References - the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact NMHS Human Resources at email nmhs.humanresources@health.wa.gov.au.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.