- Permanent Part-Time - 22.80 hours per week
- Working days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Salary between $86K to $107K(pro-rata) + Super + Salary Packaging and more
- Melbourne Processing Ctr

Discover life-giving possibilities

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.

About the role

An exciting opportunity is available to join a dedicated team that specialises in recruiting eligible breastfeeding mothers to donate their surplus breastmilk, helping to nourish premature babies across Australia.

The Milk Donor Coordinator is responsible for cultivating strong relationships with breastmilk donors to ensure the timely, efficient, and cost-effective collection of breastmilk to meet patient needs. This Registered Nurse (RN) role provides clinical leadership and expertise regarding milk donation, ensuring donors receive appropriate care while maintaining the highest standards of product safety.

You will be a Registered Nurse with a thorough understanding of supporting breastfeeding women. A current driver’s licence is essential, as the role involves visiting breastmilk donors in their homes or in hospital settings.

Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for:

- Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration and Annual License Certificate (with no restrictions)
- Demonstrated lactation expertise
- Phlebotomy skills – experience with blood collection
- Current, unrestricted driver’s licence
- Ability to conduct clinical assessments and apply clinical knowledge in practice
- Proven ability to provide exceptional service
- Solid ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- Understanding of breastmilk supply and demand issues

Desirable experience:





- Knowledge or experience working with neonatal populations
- Experience in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) or food regulatory environment
- Flexibility to provide support to the Milk Collection Manager role when required

This is a permanent part-time opportunity based at our Melbourne Processing Centre, working days being Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday generally between 8:00 AM to 4:00PM however some flexibility may be required with start & end time.

Benefits and Wellbeing

We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.

In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following:

- Ability to purchase additional annual leave
- Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment
- 14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent
- Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
- Plus, many more!

Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW!

We’re proud to be a Circle Back Initiative Employer for 2026 and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us once your application has been reviewed.

Have a question about the role or do you need support or adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process? Email Sami, our AI Careers Assistant, at [email protected]. Sami can help with common questions, and if your question needs more support, it will be escalated to our Talent Acquisition team.

Please note: we can’t accept applications sent directly to this email address.

This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t be accepting applications from external recruitment agencies for this role.

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