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Located in the middle of the Hay Plains, the flattest place in the southern hemisphere, Hay Shire is the perfect combination of history and modern-day life.

Hay Shire has a rich history – incorporating First Nations people, pioneering agriculture, the Cobb & Co Coach, as well as rail and river boat transport. Hay is not just a town, it is a community, with the people of Hay being the community’s greatest asset.

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Rachel Whiting - CEO/Director RDA Riverina
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Hay Shire Council

Wagga Wagga

Liveability

Weather

33.4
°C

Average Summer Max

16.5
°C

Average Winter Max

17
°C

Average Summer Min

3.9
°C

Average Winter Min

Population

2,828

Population

47.6

Median Age

Housing

$220k

Median House Price

Sales Quarter - DEC 22

$200

Median Rent Price

Rent Quarter - DEC 22

Distance to Cities

sydney

724km

Distance

7h 40m

Drive Time

Canberra

509km

Distance

5h 39m

Drive Time

Melbourne

423km

Distance

4h 58m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

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Industries & Opportunities

The Hay Shire is recognized for its Merino sheep and wool industry as well as agricultural and horticultural industries, with a wide range of commercial crops such as rice, corn, and wheat, as well as lettuce, rockmelon, broccoli, grapes, and garlic are all grown and distributed from the area. Hay Shire is centrally located to transport this produce to markets in Melbourne, Canberra Sydney, and Adelaide.  

In recent years, Hay has seen a boom in tourism, which has led to increased opportunities in both the retail and hospitality industries.  It should be noted that many new businesses have been established in Hay over the recent years, due to businesses uncovering the potential of the region.

As such, there are many employment opportunities available for those making the move to Hay, with main opportunities available in the agricultural, hospitality, retail, and service sectors.

Towns & Villages

Hay, Booligal , Booroorban, and Maude.

Main Industries

Primary Employers

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Jobs in This Region

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Nurse Unit Manager - Hay (Incentives Offered)
*This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including an initial attraction and relocation payment of up to $20,000, and up to $10,000 each year after (incentive value is dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Nurse Manager - Grade 1 Remuneration: $123,031.85 - $125,546.86 per annum (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable) Hours per Week: up to 38 Requisition ID: REQ481013 Applications Close: 8 May 2024 Vaccination Category: A Outstanding Experience. Infinite Opportunities. Here in the Riverina, we treasure your skills and experience and we’re ready to roll out the red carpet to welcome you to town. We’ve prepared oodles of goodies to help you move and settle in, including: Up to $20k attraction and relocation payment + $10k rolling annual bonus (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here! Salary packaging up to $20,600 per annum tax free for living expenses! Take advantage of novated leasing a new car! 482 temporary visa sponsorship considerations Relocation assistance and accommodation support considerations Subsidised gym and leisure centre membership for you and your family Free confidential counselling services for you and your family Craving a fresh start somewhere new and actually interesting? Join the incredible team in the Murrumbidgee District. Jump in at a comfort level that suits you: from state-of-the-art hospital that will remind you of the city, to small multi-disciplinary health facility where you literally get to do it all. No matter where you choose, your learning will be nurtured and you’ll be well supported to operate at the top of your scope. And don’t worry - there are already oodles of young people here to welcome you: at work, in local clubs, at the pub, and down at the river! There’s heaps to show your family when they come to visit, which is a breeze - you’ll be central to Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra. (You can always pop home for the weekend on a quick flight if you find a break in your social calendar!) To help you make the move to our little slice of heaven, we’ll help cover your relocation and travel expenses, help you find housing and get settled, and help in other handy ways - just let us know how we can help. Want to know more about the community of Hay? Visit us here About Your Role As a regulated health professional the Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) to meet and the NMBA approved standards, codes, guidelines and frameworks. The standards for practice should be evident in current practice, and inform the scope of practice for the area of employment. As per the NSW Nurses and Midwives State Award 2018, a Nurse Manager Grade 1 is a Registered Nurse who encompasses; (a) Participates in the management of the nursing service as the Deputy Nurse Manager in a small health facility or hospital and is responsible to an on-site Nurse Manager; (b) Supervises the nursing services in a small health facility or hospital on evenings, nights and/or weekends (where such a position exists as a separate and substantive position). Learn more about the role and requirements here. Upgrade Your Career and Lifestyle at MLHD Your application will require you to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position. Go on, you’ve earned a promotion, a world-class workplace, inspiring colleagues, award-winning sta? and patient programs - all wrapped up in a rich tapestry of cultural treasures. Contact Mardi Lucas, Nurse Unit Manager - Hay on 02 6990 8700 or Mardi.Lucas@health.nsw.gov.au now for a confidential chat. New applicants must have completed the COVID-19 Primary vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate. Should a medical contraindication certificate be provided, ongoing employment post certificate expiry is conditional to meeting COVID-19 vaccination requirements. MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability. #RuralHealthIncentives
Tue, 09 Apr
Hay, 2711, NSW
Motel Manager, Chef, Restaurant Manager
Our business is growing! We need Motel Manager, Restaurant Manager, Chef. Zindran International Pty Ltd is We are looking for an experienced reliable, hard working and friendly motel manager, Restaurant Manager and Chef to manage a 4 star, newly acquired 28 units motel in Riverina NSW area. We have multiple vacancies for the new business. Experienced Chef Duties include: Planning and organising the preparation and cooking of bulk food and menu items in a high-volume restaurant. Working to budgeted food and labour costs. Setting daily prep levels and ordering food supplies. Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation Discussing and managing food preparation issues with Managers, Kitchen and waiting staff. Demonstrating and training all levels of kitchen staff in techniques, cooking procedures and use of kitchen equipment. Preparing and cooking food. Keeping cleaning standards and compliance with the Food Safety Program. Managing the storage of food. Skills required: Diploma level qualification in Hospitality or similar. At least 2 years full time work experience in a busy kitchen. Excellent communication skills Food Safety Supervisor Certification Proficient numeracy and literacy Salary $70,000 to $75,000. Restaurant Manager Responsibilities will include but not limited to: Drive sales growth, achieve sales targets and meet other KPI Indicators for restaurant Inspire, motivate, and lead by example Ensure the kitchen and restaurant operation complies with all OHS/HSSE/Food and health requirements Facilitate efficient and successful supervision of all aspects of the restaurant; including stock control, ordering, managing COGS budget, and completing daily, weekly, and monthly financial reporting Work closely with the store manager to achieve budgets through company systems, procedures, efficient ordering and rostering with other cost control methods A flair for food and understanding of waste impacts in a commercial kitchen Leading your team to deliver high service experience across the Restaurant. Driving a positive workplace culture Rostering your team and managing the daily and weekly payroll processes ensuring alignment with forecasts and budget requirements. Owning the People Management aspects including the recruitment, training, team development. Exceptionally well time management, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and act with a sense of urgency Passionate about delivering superior customer service Building and maintaining relationships with staff and Management A hands on manager that leads by example Financially astute and able to react to the numbers The successful applicant will: Be available to work weekends when required and be willing to undertake hands on operational work Have a proven record of successfully leading a team, delivering results and achieving sales targets whilst maintaining exceptional kitchen standards Ideally have at least 3 years experience running a restaurant Demonstrated experience in a similar role with customer service focus Intermediate to Advance computer skills with all MS Office Applications and strong administration skills Strong written and verbal communications applicable across multiple layers of the kitchen A passionate and inspiring personality with a lead by example attitude Hands on management style with proven leadership qualities Effective communication skills with team members, management and suppliers Attention to detail, loyal and reliable Flare, enthusiasm and passion to create the ultimate experience Previous experience preparing rosters and achieving labour costs A strong desire to achieve business goals and target. Skills required: Diploma level qualification in Hospitality or similar. At least 2 years full time work experience a Restaurant Manager. Excellent communication skills Food Safety Supervisor Certification Proficient numeracy and literacy Salary $70,000 to $75,000. Motel Manager Relevant motel management experience of a similar scale, Required skill and Qualification. Experience in Siteminder booking system or knowledge of similar system. Directing and overseeing reservation, reception, room service and housekeeping activities Supervising security arrangements, and garden and property maintenance Planning and supervising bar, restaurant, function and conference activities Observing liquor, gaming, and other laws and regulations Assessing and reviewing customer satisfaction Overseeing accounting and purchasing activities Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations May provide guests with local tourism information, and arrange tours and transportation Skills required: Diploma level qualification in Hospitality or similar. At least 2 years full time work experience in Hospitality Excellent communication skills Food Safety Supervisor Certification Proficient numeracy and literacy Salary $70,000 to $75,000 Send your resume: info.zindraninternational@gmail.com Summary of role requirements: Flexible hours available 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role Work visa can be provided for this role Expected start date for role: 01 May 2025 Expected salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per year
Sun, 31 Mar
Hay, 2711, NSW
Req479046 registered Nurse - Hay (Incentives Offered)
*This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including an initial attraction and relocation payment of up to $20,000, and up to $10,000 each year after (incentive value is dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here Employment Type: Full Time, Part Time and Casual opportunities available Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $70,049.73 - $98,351.39 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable) Hours per Week: up to 38 Requisition ID: REQ479046 Applications Close: 26 April 2024 Vaccination Category: A Outstanding Experience. Infinite Opportunities. Here in the Riverina, we treasure your nursing skills and experience and we’re ready to roll out the red carpet to welcome you to town. We’ve prepared oodles of goodies to help you move and settle in, including: Up to $20k attraction and relocation payment + $10k rolling annual bonus (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here! Salary packaging up to $20,600 per annum tax free for living expenses! Take advantage of novated leasing a new car! 482 temporary visa sponsorship considerations Relocation assistance and accommodation support considerations Subsidised gym and leisure centre membership for you and your family Free confidential counselling services for you and your family Craving a fresh start somewhere new and actually interesting? Join the incredible team in the Murrumbidgee District. Jump in at a comfort level that suits you: from state-of-the-art hospitals that will remind you of the city, to a small multi-disciplinary health facility where you literally get to do it all. No matter where you choose, your learning will be nurtured and you’ll be well supported to operate at the top of your scope. And don’t worry - there are already oodles of young people here to welcome you: at work, in local clubs, at the pub, and down at the river! There’s also heaps to show your family when they come to visit, which is a breeze - you’ll be central to Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra. (You can always pop home for the weekend on a quick flight if you find a break in your social calendar!) To help you make the move to our little slice of heaven, we’ll help cover your relocation and travel expenses, help you find housing and get settled, and help in other handy ways - just let us know how we can help. Want to know more about the community of Hay? Visit us here. About Your Role As a patient centred professional, you will have endless opportunities to work in a truly diverse role flowing across our acute, aged care and emergency departments providing exceptional clinical care. Our vast L&D framework library, along with leadership mentoring and peer support will guiding you along the way to work to the top of your scope of practice. The beauty of working as a Registered Nurse in a rural setting is the warm and supportive welcome you receive both inside and outside of work, we love our nurses! Diverse cultures, personalities, skillset and background is what makes our teams truly dynamic. Learn more about the role and requirements here. Upgrade Your Career and Lifestyle at MLHD Go on, you’ve earned a promotion, a world-class workplace, inspiring colleagues, award-winning sta? and patient programs - all wrapped up in a rich tapestry of cultural treasures. Contact Mardi Lucas, Nurse Manager on 02 6990 8700 or Mardi.Lucas@health.nsw.gov.au now for a confidential chat. Your application will require you to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position. New applicants must have completed the COVID-19 primary vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate. Should a medical contraindication certificate be provided, ongoing employment post certificate expiry is conditional to meeting COVID-19 vaccination requirements. MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability. #RuralHealthIncentives
Thu, 28 Mar
Hay, 2711, NSW
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History

Hay Shire has a rich history – incorporating First Nations people, pioneering agriculture, the Cobb & Co Coach, as well as rail and river boat transport. Hay is not just a town, it is a community, with the people of Hay are the community’s greatest asset.

Hay is a town that is strongly connected to its history and proud of its past. This is evident when you see the number of museums that Hay has to offer. These historical stories of Hay’s past are showcased in the FIVE museums in Hay (Bishop's Lodge Historic House, Dunera Museum, Hay Gaol Museum, Hay War Memorial High School Museum and Shear Outback - Australian Shearers Hall of Fame).

Dunera Museum - Credit: Destination NSW
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Recreation & Arts

There are many options on offer when it comes to sport, culture and recreation in Hay. Sport is an excellent opportunity for all members of the community - both young and old - to meet new people and while enjoying the health benefits of exercise.

Sports currently available in Hay include (but are not limited to) - basketball, cricket, dancing, netball, and rugby league.  There are many events hosted in Hay and its surrounding districts throughout the year that draw visitors from far and wide, including: Carrathool Races, Hay Rodeo, Hay Show and Booligal Sheep Races.  

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