SA Health
Job reference: 896970
Location: 5260 - TAILEM BEND
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Tailem Bend
• WHA2 | Casual (up to 31 March 2026)
• Salary: $28.53 - $28.82 per hour + 25% casual loading

 

Join Our Team as a Services Assistant: Contribute to a Clean, Safe, and Supportive Healthcare Environment!

Are you passionate about providing essential services that support the well-being of patients in a healthcare setting? We're looking for a dedicated Services Assistant to join our team and help deliver timely, efficient, and effective catering and cleaning services that contribute to the comfort and care of patients. This is your opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patients and staff alike.

About the Role:

As a Services Assistant, you will be responsible for the preparation, service, and delivery of food to patients, as well as maintaining the cleanliness of the health unit. You will also support the team by undertaking general housekeeping duties, including laundry responsibilities, to ensure the facility is running smoothly and providing a comfortable space for both patients and staff.

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by contributing to a positive, well-maintained healthcare environment, where your efforts are valued and make a difference in the daily lives of those who need it most.

What We're Looking For:

• Limited experience in the areas of housekeeping, cooking/ catering, and laundry.

About Us

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn. Click here for more information about working for RMCLHN.

• We will provide support, both personally and professionally giving you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role.
• Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments.
• Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety.

Applicant Information

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:

• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 896970

Enquiries

Deanne McPherson
Hotel Services Manager
Phone: (08) 8572 5800
E-mail: deanne.mcpherson@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

Tuesday 31st March 2026 - 11.55PM

Attachments

 896970 WHA2 Role Description.pdf

 About Tailem Bend Factsheet.pdf

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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.