Services Assistant - Penola Casual Pool

Join Our Team as a Services Assistant – Penola War Memorial Hospital

• Bring your energy and teamwork to a vital role supporting hospital operations
• Provide high-quality catering, cleaning, and laundry services to enhance patient care
• Enjoy regional living, short commutes, and a balanced lifestyle

We are growing – be part of our journey!

Join Penola War Memorial Hospital at the Limestone Coast Local Health Network, where supportive teamwork and patient-focused service go hand in hand.

The LCLHN Services team ensures a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. We are seeking motivated and reliable Services Assistants to join our dedicated team.

Be part of a service that plays a vital role in the smooth operation of the hospital while enjoying the unique lifestyle opportunities of regional South Australia.

Our Career Opportunities

Join our diverse Services team - backbone of our hospital - providing vital support that keeps our patients, visitors, and staff safe, comfortable, and cared for.

We are seeking applicants who are motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic, with a commitment to high-quality service, teamwork, and a person-centred approach. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication, organisation, and collaboration skills and be ready to contribute to a safe, welcoming, and efficient hospital environment.

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 

Our Benefits

• Boost your take-home pay: Access to salary packaging and other benefits, including regional location allowance (as per award)
• Modern facilities: Our purpose-built space with two new beds feature private ensuites, a shared lounge, courtyard, and multipurpose room
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and upskilling to help grow and pursue your career aspirations in nursing
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community
• Personal-professional harmony: Our flexible working arrangements encourage the important balance between rewarding work and your own personal commitments and interests
• 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
• Relocation support: Up to $13,000 support available for relocation to Mount Gambier with up to 3 months (Domestic) or up to 6 months (international) accommodation provided (financial advice is recommended for fringe benefits tax purposes)
• Diversity and inclusion celebrated: fostering a workplace where individuality is valued, cultural differences are embraced, and everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.  

Salary

• WHA2 | $28.53 - $28.82 per hour + 25% casual loading 
• Casual working over a 7-day roster up to 1 November 2026

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.

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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

Check(s)

• 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 B (indirect 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.

Job Ref: 921154

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Enquiries: To discuss more, please contact Karen Cahir, Recruitment Officer on Phone: 0403 108 062 or via Email: karen.cahir@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: Sunday 1st November 2026, 11:55PM

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

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Ready to Apply?

If you are a motivated and dependable person who enjoys hands-on work and being part of a supportive healthcare team, we’d love to hear from you. Join us at the Limestone Coast Local Health Network and enjoy a role that offers both purpose and work-life balance in one of South Australia’s most welcoming regions.

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