To apply for a role, you can view our current vacancies and submit your application online through our careers portal. The recruitment process typically involves an initial review, an interview, and reference checks. For successful candidates, we also complete a police check and a pre-employment medical check as part of our commitment to safety and care.

Nursing is a career where you can make a fundamental difference in peoples’ lives - helping them to make the most of their days. Our Opal HealthCare Academy provides development opportunities so you can expand your knowledge and your circle of influence to make an impact as you grow in your career.

Assistant in Nursing roles require you to have a Certificate Three in Individual Support.

Registered Nurses are required to have a Bachelor of Nursing degree and a current AHPRA registration.

General Service Officers do not require any qualifications but experience working in a service industry is beneficial

Gippsland is a region in south-eastern Australia, extending from Melbourne's eastern suburbs to the New South Wales border. 

Yes, in Opal HealthCare we require you to have a current police check to work in aged care. If you do not hold a valid check we can organise this for you as part of the recruitment process.

We also conduct two (2) reference checks and a medical check which may include pre-employment drug testing.

We offer structured career pathways across all areas of care, hospitality and lifestyle. You can progress your aged care career through a number of pathways supported by our professional development and training programs.

Yes, we have a number of training programs in place to support your career pathway, including:

• Induction and on the job training
• Online learning
• Opal HealthCare Scholarships Program - where we support team members financially towards further studies
• Traineeships
• Graduate Registered Nurse Program
• Internal leadership Programs for new, emerging and existing leaders
• Australian College of Nursing membership discounts

Yes, previous aged care experience is not required for all roles. Positions such as General Service Officer are a great starting point, and we provide comprehensive induction and on-the-job training. For those wishing to pursue a career in care, we support team members in obtaining qualifications, such as a Certificate III in Individual Support for Assistant in Nursing roles.

In addition to competitive remuneration, team members in Gippsland benefit from flexible shifts, comprehensive training, and career development opportunities including paid scholarships. Our supportive team culture and beautiful work locations in the Gippsland region contribute to a positive work-life balance.