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This position is a fixed-term, full-time appointment for five (5) years.
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Job Summary
The East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) is seeking an exceptional, driven and passionate individual with a track record of successful leadership to take on the fulfilling and highly rewarding position of Chief Executive.
As one of the largest health services in Western Australia, the EMHS network collaborates to provide tertiary, secondary and specialist healthcare services. This includes emergency and critical care, state major trauma, elective and emergency surgery, general medical, mental health, inpatient and outpatient services, aged care, palliative care, rehabilitation, and women's, children's and neonates' services.
EMHS Hospital and Community Network
* Armadale Kalamunda Group
* Royal Perth Bentley Group
* Public Private partnership with St John of God Health Care
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The EMHS provides East CareConnect, delivering virtual hospital services to our community, as well as a range of mental health, community services and population health programs, including Aboriginal health programs facilitated both within and outside of our catchment area.
The EMHS is a Board governed statutory authority that is legally responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, high-quality, efficient and economical health services to WA.
Position Profile
Based in Perth, the Chief Executive is accountable for the strategic and operational delivery of health services within the EMHS, as well as continuing to deliver on the EMHS Strategic Plan. The EMHS Strategic Plan sets out the future direction and aspirations for the health service, in alignment with the overarching health system vision for delivery of safe, quality, financially sustainable and accountable health care for all Western Australians.
The Chief Executive also contributes to the overall strategic leadership of the WA health system and achievement of whole of health system outcomes including delivery of recommendations from the Sustainable Health Review and Independent Review of WA Health System Governance.
The Chief Executive is employed by the Director General, Department of Health, and reports to both the Director General and the Chair of the EMHS Board.
Responsibilities & Key Expectations
The Successful Applicant Shall:
* Lead EMHS through strategic transformation and operational excellence.
* Ensure optimal patient outcomes and organisational governance and policy standards.
* Maintain strong commercial acumen and financial management.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders, partners and the community.
* Inspire and lead high‑performing teams.
* Apply strategic, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Have experience in large scale hospital redevelopment commissioning (advantageous).
Qualifications
* Demonstrated track record in transformational leadership.
* Proven achievements in ensuring patient outcomes, governance and policy standards.
* Excellent commercial acumen.
* Strong operational and financial management skills.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
* Ability to inspire and drive high performing teams.
* Proven analytical, strategic and problem‑solving skills.
Eligibility to Apply
To be employed in the WA public sector, you must be an Australian citizen, have permanent resident status in Australia, or have a visa that allows you to live and work in Australia for the period of your employment contract.
Other Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Policies require applicants to undertake criminal record screening and integrity checking. Referees may be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Employee Benefits
* 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
* Access to salary packaging arrangements.
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Flexible leave arrangements.
Application Instructions
Applicants are requested to apply online:
Applicants should submit the following documents and information:
* A statement (no more than 3 pages) demonstrating your commitment, passion and readiness to undertake the position of Chief Executive and outlining your relevant knowledge, skills and experience.
* A comprehensive curriculum vitae detailing your professional experience and academic qualifications.
* The name and contact details of 2 professional referees.
Closing date
Friday, 23 January 2026 at 4.00pm WST. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Contact Information
Confidential discussion: Please contact Jennifer Grove (not to be contacted for questions about lodging your application).
Process related enquiries: Please contact Ms. Justine Withers, A/Executive Director, Office of the Director General, on .
Our Commitment to Equality
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
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