Director, Office of the Deputy Secretary and Chief Executive - Targeted Position
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* Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
* Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 6
* Remuneration: $182,575 - $199,405 (plus superannuation and leave loading)
* Hours Per Week: 40
* Requisition ID: REQ603290
Targeted recruitment: This position is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply, and suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
About The Opportunity
This is a rewarding opportunity to join the leadership team, as a trusted advisor to the Deputy Secretary, Infrastructure and Asset Management Division / Chief Executive, Health Infrastructure. You'll help shape strategic priorities, drive high-impact initiatives, and ensure the seamless operations of a fast-paced executive office. With oversight of one of the largest health infrastructure portfolios in the country, your advice and coordination will influence decisions that directly impact patients, communities, and enable the effective delivery of NSW Health's capital program.
Leading a high-performing team, you'll provide critical executive and administrative support while acting as the central coordination point for matters requiring the Deputy Secretary/Chief Executive's attention. This role calls for a strategic thinker, solutions focused leader with exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to navigate complex policy, planning, and operational challenges. If you're motivated by public impact and ready to make a meaningful difference every day, this is your chance to step into a role at the centre of change.
This is a full-time ongoing position. Remuneration will be determined with the successful candidate.
Please note that as Health Infrastructure is an organisation of NSW Health, the successful applicant must reside in NSW or be willing to relocate if appointed.
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
About You
You will use your strategic insight and sound judgement to provide high-level advice and support on complex matters spanning policy, planning and operations involving the Infrastructure and Asset Management Division within the Ministry of Health, and Health Infrastructure.
Drawing on your strong organisational and leadership skills, you will lead the Office of the Deputy Secretary and Chief Executive, ensuring seamless coordination of priorities, projects, and communications across the Ministry of Health and Health Infrastructure.
You should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with senior executives, and managing relationships across government and the broader health system.
About Us
The Infrastructure and Asset Management Division within the Ministry of Health along with Health Infrastructure, delivers sustainable and innovative infrastructure solutions to meet the health care needs of NSW communities now and into the future. Through this partnership, IAM provides the strategic planning, policy, and asset management leadership, while HI focuses on the delivery of capital projects and programs. Together, we collaborate with government and industry to transform public health facilities across NSW. This joint approach ensures NSW Health can respond to growing community needs while creating longer term benefits to NSW communities including the creation of jobs and increased opportunities for local businesses.
About What's Important To Us
At Infrastructure and Asset Management and Health Infrastructure, we are committed to delivering health infrastructure that drives better outcomes and strengthens the NSW Health system.
Diversity, inclusion and flexibility is part of our norm, and we are committed to fostering a culture where people feel supported, respected and empowered to contribute.
Want to know more?
* For a copy of the role description, please click here.
* For more information go to www.hinfra.health.nsw.gov.au and www.health.nsw.gov.au
* For more information on how to apply for a role in NSW Health click here.
* Enquiries, please contact Troy Harvey via troy.harvey@health.nsw.gov.au.
About The Application Process
* Click Apply to commence your application.
* Create or log into your profile (find out more about applying for a role at NSW Health here).
* Upload an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages)
* Upload a cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining how you meet the role requirements and capabilities as specified in the role description.
* Respond to the target questions within the application. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.
Target Questions
Q1. The Office of the Deputy Secretary and Chief Executive operates in a fast-paced environment requiring seamless coordination of strategic priorities across both the Ministry of Health and Health Infrastructure. Establishing and maintaining effective "ways of working" will be critical to ensure the office functions efficiently while supporting senior leadership. Can you provide an example of when you have successfully established operating procedures or frameworks in a complex organisation, and describe the leadership and relationship management skills you drew upon and outcomes you achieved?
Q2. This role requires providing the Deputy Secretary / Chief Executive with timely, strategic advice on sensitive and complex matters involving multiple stakeholders, and often under public and political scrutiny. Can you describe a time you had to provide strategic advice and clear communication on matters requiring an Executive's attention? In your answer, please share strategies you have used to make sense of complex information quickly, and provide timely, well-considered recommendations in a high-pressure environment.
Applications close 11:59pm Monday, 15 September 2025.
Seniority level
* Director
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* Full-time
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* Other
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* Hospitals and Health Care
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