Executive Assistant

About the role

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high‑level, confidential support to the Chief Operating Officers of WA Country Health Service. The role is based in Shenton Park and is essential to the efficient delivery of executive and administrative functions across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars, arrange meetings and coordinate travel for the Chief Operating Officers.
• Prepare, edit and proofread correspondence, reports and presentations.
• Handle confidential information and act as a trusted point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prioritise and track multiple competing tasks to meet tight deadlines.
• Provide leadership and guidance to other executive support staff within the service.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives, preferably a Chief Operating Officer, in a large, complex organisation.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours to ensure coverage of key meetings.
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
• Willingness to undergo criminal records screening, integrity checks and a pre‑employment health assessment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time employment with WA Country Health Service.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion and flexible working practices.
• Opportunities for professional development within Australia’s largest country health system.