Lead Project Manager (Health Manager Lvl 4) - Strategy and Innovation - Perm FT

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Requisition ID: REQ683372 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week  Remuneration: $153,559.00 - $182,954.00 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval) Location: Liverpool Hospital, Eastern Campus Applications close: 16/08/26 Contact: Brendon McDougall - Director of Strategy & Innovation on 0477 746 628 | Brendon.Mcdougall@health.nsw.gov.au     With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.     Achieve Something Great   Join South Western Sydney Local Health District and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare across one of NSW’s largest and most diverse health districts. As part of our collaborative Strategic Transformation team, you will lead high-profile initiatives that enhance the experiences of patients, communities and staff, delivering meaningful and lasting improvements across our health services. Working closely with executives, clinicians, government partners and community stakeholders, you will drive innovative projects from concept through to delivery, providing strategic advice, leading change initiatives and translating ambitious ideas into practical outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to develop organisational capability by mentoring project teams, sharing expertise and fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and innovation, while contributing to better health outcomes for the communities we serve.    Are You the Right Fit?   You are an experienced project leader who thrives on delivering meaningful change and transforming strategic priorities into practical outcomes that enhance the experiences of patients, staff and communities. Highly organised and detail-oriented, you have a demonstrated ability to lead complex projects, manage competing priorities and deliver results in dynamic, fast-paced environments. You are an exceptional communicator and active listener, skilled in building trusted relationships and collaborating effectively with executives, clinicians, external partners and community stakeholders. A confident and supportive leader, you are passionate about mentoring others, fostering a collaborative team culture and guiding individuals and teams through change and innovation. You bring relevant qualifications and experience in project management, health, policy or a related field, together with strong expertise in governance, reporting, stakeholder engagement and the successful delivery of complex initiatives from planning through to implementation.    Selection Criteria   To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.  • Relevant qualifications in a relevant field (e.g. project management, public policy, health administration) and/or equivalent professional experience in delivering strategic or health-related projects in a complex organisational setting. • Describe the most complex strategic project, program or reform initiative that you have personally led. Outline your role, the key stakeholders involved, your approach to governance and stakeholder management, the most significant challenges you encountered, and the outcomes achieved. • Describe a situation where you were required to analyse complex information, balance competing priorities and provide advice or recommendations to senior leaders. What was your approach, how did you influence decision-making, and what was the outcome? • Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help. • Position Information • Applicants will be assessed   against the criteria in the  Position Description .

• How to Apply  • Read our  application guide and tips for  improving your application .

• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au

• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact   SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au . Support is also available through the  Stepping Up website .

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us? • Financial Perks • 12% superannuation

• Salary packaging and novated leasing via  Smart Salary

• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

• One extra day off each month for full-time employees

• Work-Life Balance • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

• Paid maternity and parental leave

• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

• Grow Your Career • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated  Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

• Health & Wellbeing • Discounted gym membership through  Fitness Passport

• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information  • Vaccination Requirements  • All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

• Child Safe Employment   • South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards . We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

• Temporary Positions   • For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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