Support available for candidates
Application support
If you have any questions for our recruitment team, please complete our International Candidate Information Form and the team will be in contact with you.
International Candidate Information Form
All eligible applications are reviewed by our recruitment team, and appropriate candidates will then progress through the following steps:
- Interview – An online interview will be arranged,
- References – preferred candidates will have their references checked, and
- Visa applications – the recruitment team will submit a visa nomination for the successful candidate.
Our friendly and supportive team is available to guide you through the process of applying for a role with Western NSW Local Health District.
Relocation support
There may be funds available to help successful candidates with their relocation expenses when moving to Western NSW from outside Australia. These incentive packages are available for eligible positions only and our recruitment team can advise if this applies to your new role.
Find out more about The Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme on the NSW Health website.
The Welcome Experience program
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting essential workers moving to regional NSW.
‘Local Connectors’ are based in the communities and will help connect you and your family with local people and local resources, helping you settle into your new life in Western NSW. They can help with many things, including:
- finding housing,
- choosing childcare,
- exploring job opportunities for partners,
- even introducing you to your neighbours!
Ongoing education and training
When you start a new role in Western NSW, you will be given a complete orientation at the health facility where you are based.
All rural generalist nurses starting work with us will also undertake training for two weeks at the Centre for Rural Education, Simulation and Training (CREST) in Wellington, NSW. This training will ensure you have the knowledge and tools to perform your job in line with the appropriate Australian healthcare standards and practices.
Related link – State-of-the-art health training centre opens in Western NSW
Why choose to work in Western NSW
At Western NSW Local Health District we are proud of our diverse workforce and value our internationally-trained staff and their contribution to our services and our communities.
If you are looking for a rewarding career, join the team in one of our regional Australian communities, where you can make a real impact and shape the future of rural healthcare.
