SA Health
Job reference: 940560
Location: 5290 - MOUNT GAMBIER
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mount Gambier and Districts Health Service
• Indicative Total Remuneration*: MD2 $577,642 - $740,342 p.a (subject to Private Practice Arrangements)
• 12% Superannuation | Leave Loading | Salary Sacrifice
• Ongoing Full Time

Lead the Future of Cancer Care at Limestone Coast
Are you ready to shape exceptional, patient-centred cancer services in a vibrant regional health network? Mount Gambier and Districts Health Service invites a visionary Head of Cancer Services and Consultant Oncologist to lead, innovate and inspire across Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN).

About the Role:
The Head of Unit, Cancer Services, is a key clinical leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality, safe, and patient-centred cancer care across Limestone Coast Local Health Network. The role leads the development and implementation of sustainable cancer care models, driving service excellence, innovation, workforce development, and continuous improvement. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and senior leaders, the position ensures evidence-based clinical practice, quality governance, and alignment with organisational priorities. The role also provides specialist oncology services, supports education and research, and fosters a culture of learning, collaboration, and excellence in cancer care delivery.

About You:

You are an experienced medical leader with specialist oncology expertise and a passion for delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred cancer care. You demonstrate strong clinical leadership, collaborative decision-making, and a commitment to service improvement, education, and research. You thrive in multidisciplinary environments and are committed to developing sustainable models of care.

To succeed in the Head of Cancer Services and Consultant Oncologist role, you will:

• Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS or equivalent), with appropriate Specialist Qualifications and registerable with the Medical Board of Australia as Medical Practitioner with Specialist registration
• Proven Leadership in cancer services and clinical excellence
• Commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork and quality care
• Experience in teaching, research and service innovation
• Benefit from salary packaging, wellbeing initiatives, and relocation support. 
• Integrity, adaptability and strong communication skills

Join a supportive network committed to growth, self-sufficiency, and compassionate care. Make a meaningful difference in a thriving regional community.

About the Limestone Coast Local Health Network

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia's south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1,400 staff and approximately 250 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and community-focused care.

Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering acute, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites. Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of its communities.

Beyond the work, LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia's most liveable regional destinations, where professional impact is matched with genuine work-life balance.

why the Limestone Coast Local Health Network?

• Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.
• Enjoy relaxed, affordable living with access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor adventure.
• Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
• Access professional development, education, and flexible working options.
• Benefit from salary packaging, wellbeing initiatives, and relocation support. 
• Live midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, with the best of regional and city life.

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN   

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Conditions of Employment

*Total Indicative Remuneration (TIRP) includes award salary, professional development, A&R Allowance, Superannuation, Private Practice Arrangements (if applicable).

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.
• A current Department of Human Services (SA) Working with Children Check 
• 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network 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.

Enquiries

Acting EDMS Dr Preggie Nair
Phone: 0434 460 611
E-mail: Sathiaseelan.nair@sa.gov.au 

Application Closing Date

16 August 2026, 11:55PM

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

Attachments

940560 LCLHN Consultant Oncologist and Head of Cancer Services.pdf

Applications close: 16/08/2026 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.