Location: LHG sites (Hope Valley, Glynde, Fullarton or CBD)
Employment Type: Fixed Term until 30 June 2027
Hours: Monday to Friday with flexibility in working hours to support operational needs.
About Lutheran Homes Group
Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of Home and Community Support, Retirement Living, and Residential Care across South Australia and Victoria. Our organisation provides services to over 2,000 residents, supported by a dedicated team of 1,500 staff and volunteers. Together, we deliver personalised care that empowers ageing Australians to live with dignity and choice. Committed to quality care, innovation, and staff development, we continue to grow and set new standards of excellence while making a positive impact on the lives of those we support.
What We Offer
- Competitive wages in line with the Aged Care Award 2010
- Ongoing training, professional development, and genuine opportunities for career progression
- Meaningful work that makes a real difference in the lives of ageing Australians every day
Your Pay And Benefits At a Glance
- Access to salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free each year, plus the ability to salary package an additional $2,650 for eligible meal entertainment and holiday accommodation expenses
- Extra financial boost while you're on leave - 17.5% annual leave loading
- Free confidential counselling and wellbeing support for you and your immediate family
- Free annual influenza vaccination
- Exclusive retail, lifestyle, and insurance discounts
About The Role
We are seeking a highly organised and adaptable Rostering Coordinator to support safe, high-quality care through efficient workforce rostering across our facilities. You will coordinate rosters to maintain appropriate staffing levels, skill mix and coverage within our Hotel Services and Residential Aged Care teams, while supporting the broader rostering function as priorities change.
Working with Facility and Service Managers, Payroll, People & Culture, Return to Work teams and other key stakeholders, you will manage leave coverage, support workforce planning, maintain accurate and compliant data, and contribute to cost-effective rostering and process improvements.
The successful candidate will be a collaborative and adaptable team player who builds strong working relationships across the organisation and flexes their approach in response to changing operational needs. They will work proactively with stakeholders to maintain seamless service delivery, achieve operational objectives and support positive employee experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and maintain rosters to ensure appropriate staffing levels, skill mix and compliance requirements are met.
- Manage roster changes, leave coverage and vacant shifts to support continuity of service.
- Work closely with leaders to deliver efficient, responsive and cost-effective rostering solutions.
- Monitor workforce utilisation, overtime and agency usage to support workforce planning and cost control.
- Maintain accurate rostering and payroll data and assist with employee queries.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve rostering processes and efficiency.
What You Will Need
- Previous rostering or workforce coordination experience, ideally in aged care, healthcare or a similar environment.
- Experience using rostering systems, preferably Humanforce, along with strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel.
- Understanding of awards, enterprise agreements and workforce planning principles.
- Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, service-focused approach.
- Relevant administration qualifications or equivalent experience will be highly regarded.
Candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment and must hold a current
NDIS Worker Clearance. In line with current health guidelines for the aged care sector, candidates are strongly encouraged to be up to date with all recommended vaccinations.
To apply or to view a detailed position description, please click 'Apply Now'.
Lutheran Homes Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and faiths who share our commitment to caring for others.
Applications close 4 October 2026
Candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed prior to the closing date so apply today!
Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time.
