Trainee Public Health Officer - Medical | NSW Ministry of Health

Date published: Jul 20, 2026, 13:25 PM

Location

NSW Ministry of Health, St Leonards, NSW

Description

Join the Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence at the NSW Ministry of Health for an exciting Temporary Full Time (up to 3-year) opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

Crown Clerk 9/10 role, starting salary from $133,348 - $146,945 plus superannuation and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week. Traineeships commence in February 2027.

Advance your career in public health medicine by joining the highly regarded NSW Public Health Training Program. This unique, 3-year, workplace-based program provides hands-on experience and the opportunity to make a real impact in population and public health. You'll gain specialist skills in public health policy and practice and learn from experts in the field. 

Essential qualifications

  1. General medical registration with the Medical Board of Australia
  2. Eligibility to apply for the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine Advanced Training Program
  3. Minimum of 3 years of full-time postgraduate health related employment
  4. Completed masters degree in public health or a public health field
  5. Demonstrated understanding of the Australian health care system
  6. A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development

In addition, due to the competitive nature of these traineeships, work experience in a public health or population health role is highly desirable. 

Apply

To apply, follow the link on the application page. You'll be required to submit:

  • a response to three targeted questions outlined on the job application page
  • an up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages)
  • full academic transcript for your public health qualification
  • evidence of your right to work in Australia for up to 3 years

For role related queries or questions contact the Population Health Training team at MoH-PublicHealthTraining@health.nsw.gov.au, quoting REQ663487.

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Applications close

Aug 4, 2026, 23:59 PM
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