Who we are
WA Health is Western Australia’s public health system. The state is over 2.5 million square kilometres in size, the largest area in the world covered by a single health authority. We deliver more than hospitals and health services. Our public health programs ensure that Western Australians enjoy a standard of health that is amongst the highest in the world.
We seek highly capable individuals from various non-clinical backgrounds where your contribution directly improves our capacity to support the health and wellbeing of Western Australians.
By joining our Graduate Development Program, you will receive a strong, supported start to a career in WA Health.
About the program
WA Health’s 18 month Graduate Development Program is designed to give graduates a strong start in WA Health, equipping them with skills and foundations of leadership that are essential to any career in the public sector.
The program is looking to attract well rounded graduates from a broad range of non-clinical academic disciplines, who are seeking a dynamic and highly advantageous career in the WA public health system.
If you are passionate about contributing to continuous improvement of the health system and community health outcomes, we will be welcoming applications in late March / early April for our 2026 program. Recent graduates and final year students are encouraged to apply.
Program highlights
- An 18 month program with a range of structured and bespoke training and professional development opportunities
- Participation in the Launch development program for university qualified staff new to the sector
- 4 discreet program streams including Public Health/Health, Finance & Business, Data Analytics and ICT
- 3 x 6 month rotations across the entire WA Health system, across the Perth metro area, with the possibility of regional or rural placements
- Extensive support network including a program coordinator, buddy (past graduate), mentor and placement supervisors.
- Competitive salary
What we’re looking for in candidates
- All qualifications welcome
- Communication and research capacity
- Teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Planning and organisation
Application information
Applications for the 2026 graduate program open late March / early April 2025.
Visit the Department of Health to learn more and subscribe for WA Health graduate program updates.
Contact us
Graduate Development Program Coordinator
E:Graduate.development@health.wa.gov.au
