Patient Navigator Training Officer

• Ongoing, part-time role – 60.8 hours per fortnight

• Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available

• Up to $85,597 per annum (prorated for part time) + salary packaging + super + five weeks annual leave

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world-leading comprehensive cancer centre, dedicated to excellence across all spheres of clinical care, research and education. We are home to the largest cancer research enterprise in Australia and provide treatment to around 40,000 people with cancer each year. Welcoming staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences is integral to fostering innovation and compassion, and delivering the best possible cancer care for our patients.

About the Team

At Peter Mac, patient care is delivered through specialised tumour stream teams, bringing together multidisciplinary experts to provide coordinated, patient-centred cancer care. Ambulatory Services plays a critical role in supporting patients throughout their treatment journey, with Patient Navigators and administrative teams helping to ensure a seamless experience across the organisation. The team is committed to continuous improvement, workforce development and building the capability of staff who contribute to exceptional patient care.

About the Role

The Patient Navigator Training Officer is responsible for supporting the growth and development of Patient Navigators and other administrative employees across Ambulatory Services. Working closely with leaders, educators and key stakeholders, you will coordinate and deliver learning initiatives that support onboarding, compliance, professional development and career progression. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping to develop a skilled, confident and engaged workforce.

A regular day will see you:

• Delivering and facilitating engaging training programs for Patient Navigators and administrative teams.

• Developing and maintaining learning resources, eLearning content and educational materials.

• Supporting learning governance activities, reporting and administration within the Learning Management System.





• Providing career development support and guidance to staff to assist with professional growth and future opportunities.

About You

You are a passionate learning and development qualified who enjoys helping others succeed. A robust communicator and relationship-builder, you thrive in collaborative environments and can engage a broad range of stakeholders to deliver positive learning outcomes. You are organised, adaptable and committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

You'll Bring With You:

• Experience designing, coordinating and delivering workplace training, education or learning and development programs.

• Demonstrated ability to develop training resources, educational materials and eLearning content.

• Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

• Relevant vocational qualifications and/or experience in education, training, workforce development or a related field.

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or the willingness to obtain.

• Experience using Learning Management Systems, Microsoft Office applications and other learning technologies.

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

• Generous salary packaging to increase your take-home pay

• Discounted health insurance and eye care

• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program

• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists

• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces

• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities

• Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, monthly ADOs and purchased leave options

• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements

Inclusion and belonging

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.



We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Join us!

If you feel this role is right for you, we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check, and may require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, influenza, and a range of other diseases.

Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.

Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Rachel Laws, Manager Patient Navigation

Email: [email protected]

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Tuesday 20 October 2026

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child secure organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.

• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.

• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

📌 Patient Navigator Training Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne