Access & Discovery Librarian

• Location: Sunshine Hospital
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday), Fixed Term (until March 2027)
• Salary: Medical Librarian Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health Library Service is seeking an innovative and service-focused Access and Discovery Librarian to support the delivery of high-quality digital library services across the organisation. This role is responsible for enhancing the discoverability, accessibility and effective use of library resources, systems and services for Western Health staff and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the development and management of the library website, library management system and institutional research repository, while contributing to user education, digital engagement and continuous service improvement initiatives.

The position is fixed term for 10 months to cover Parental Leave.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the development, maintenance and design of the Western Health Library Service website to ensure resources and services are intuitive, accessible and
  user-friendly
• Leverage, maintain and optimize the Library Management System to support efficient service delivery and resource discovery
• Manage the development and ongoing enhancement of the library’s research repository
• Promote electronic resources and digital services through social media, presentations, training materials and internal communications
• Utilize systems and analytics tools to provide timely and accurate reporting on electronic resource usage, service performance and patron feedback
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including library staff, Western Health employees and vendors

About you:

• Tertiary qualification in librarianship with eligibility to professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).

• Proven technical abilities and experience with information and communication technologies to organise, manage, develop and deliver digital library and information services.
• Experience in the implementation processes of electronic resources
• Demonstrated skills of web design, including knowledge of HTML, and best practice design to facilitate accessibility, ease of use and optimal retrieval of library resources

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused approach.

• Advanced knowledge of current issues and trends in library technology and their scope for application to service delivery and resource integration.

Please address Selection Criteria in your application.

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about empowering others to access trusted information and support digital library innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 12 August 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Ilana Jackson on 0478 997 457, (03) 8395 8032 or (03) 8345 6655, or via Ilana.Jackson@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Western Health