- Fixed Term Full Time, 76 hours per fortnight until January 2027
- Located in Frankston, Victoria

Classification: Health Promotion Officer Grade 1, Year 1

- Year 5 (MI44
- MI48)*/ Grade 2, Year 1
- Year 4 (MI51

Year 1

- Year 7 (AI1
- AI7) / Grade 2

Year 1

- Year 4 (AJ1

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

The Health Promotion Officer (Grade 1 or Grade 2) role is open to applications from suitably qualified Health Promotion Officers and Dietitians. The position is responsible for supporting or contributing to the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of health promotion initiatives using a variety of approaches including community engagement, social marketing, health policy and environmental strategies. As a member of the Health Promotion Team, the role works within a place-based approach to deliver sustainable initiatives that improve the health and wellbeing of the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula community.





The position supports or contributes to the implementation and evaluation of Peninsula Health’s Strategic Prevention Plan and annual Prevention Action Plans and works collaboratively with cross-sector organisations, services, groups and community members to identify, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based and innovative health promotion initiatives using best-practice approaches.

Health Promotion Officers Position Description:

Skills & Experience Required

- Undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in Health Promotion, Health Science, Public Health or related discipline such as dietetics or nutrition.
- Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to contemporary health promotion approaches, evidence-informed practice, systems thinking, innovation and size inclusive practice.
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Experience and understanding of working with services, groups and organisations providing health and social services to people across Frankston - Mornington Peninsula (desirable).
- Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
- Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
- Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
- Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
- Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
- Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
- Join a vibrant, team-oriented team led by passionate leaders





Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Selena Gillham, Health Promotion Manager (********@phcn.vic.gov.au)

The role ceases advertising on 23 October 2026.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Prospect Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 or the Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025salary circular for salary range.

Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.

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📌 Health Promotion Officer (Grade 1 or 2) (Frankston)
🏢 Peninsula-Health
📍 Frankston