SA Health
Job reference: 923081
Location: 5271 - NARACOORTE
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Naracoorte Health Service
• Position based in Naracoorte
• Salary: $28.53 - $28.82 per hour + 25% casual loading | WHA2
• Casual working over a 7-day roster up to 16 November 2026

 

Take on an essential support role where you'll ensure the smooth running of catering, housekeeping, and laundry services across the health unit. As a Services Assistant, you'll play a key part in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for clients, staff, and visitors, contributing directly to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. This role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic, community-focused healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide catering services, including preparing, plating, and delivering meals, and assisting clients with menu selections.
• Perform general housekeeping duties such as cleaning, carpet shampooing, window cleaning, and maintaining a safe and tidy environment.
• Undertake laundry duties including washing, drying, folding, ironing, and distributing linen, uniforms, and client clothing.
• Operate and maintain equipment safely, including washing machines, ovens, and other machinery, and report any maintenance needs.
• Assist with stock management, minor food preparation, and material resource handling in line with unit requirements.
• Follow instructions, support team members, and contribute to the efficient operation of the health unit.
• Undertake training to maintain skills and knowledge relevant to the role.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Do you have a willingness to work in a supportive role within a healthcare setting?
• Are you reliable, motivated, and able to follow clear instructions while contributing to a team environment?
• Are you adaptable and willing to perform a variety of tasks including catering, housekeeping, and laundry services?
• Are you committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for clients, staff, and visitors?

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Why Join Us? 

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community. 
• Wellbeing initiatives: Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace.

Our Organisation

We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.  

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.  

The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other: 

• Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community. 
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf. 
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures. 
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses. 
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture. 
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living. 

Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health 

Applicant Information

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.

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

Check(s)

• 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 (direct contact with blood or body substances)

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

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Job Ref: 923081

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Enquiries: To discuss more, please contact Samantha Bueti, Administration Manager on Phone: 8762 8102 or via Email: Samantha.Bueti@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: Monday 16th November 2026, 11:55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

Find out more about LCLHN 

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Ready to Apply?

If you are a dependable, proactive, and community-focused individual, we encourage you to apply. Join our health unit team and play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality care while ensuring clients enjoy a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.

923081 WHA2 Role Description.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.