SA Health
Job reference:
927060
Location:
5290 - MOUNT GAMBIER
Job status:
Long Term Contract
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone
* Newly created Executive role
* Classification: SAES-Level 1, 3-year term
* 12% Superannuation | Relocation | Salary Sacrifice
The
Executive Director, Corporate Performance and Strategy
, is a member of the LCLHN Executive Leadership Team, reporting directly to the CEO. In this newly executive created role, you will drive performance, planning and delivery across Finance, Corporate Services, ICT, Governance and Planning, Risk and Stakeholder Engagement.
You will work closely with members of the Executive Leadership Team to align Corporate Performance and Strategy with organisational priorities, contributing to the delivery of safe, high-quality, progressive, consumer directed care and service.
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About the Role:
* Provide strategic and operational leadership for finance and LHN-wide corporate support functions.
* Oversee planning, staffing, budgets and resources to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
* Lead governance, compliance, risk, assurance and performance management functions.
* Work collaboratively with executive and clinical leaders to align corporate services with LCLHN priorities.
About You:
You are an accomplished executive leader with deep expertise in corporate governance, and enterprise risk within complex health systems. You bring strong strategic capability, sound executive judgement, and the credibility to influence Board and executive decision-making, while designing and embedding robust governance, finance, quality, and risk frameworks that support sustainable, high-performing health services.
About The Benefits
* Salary packages a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information.
* Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community.
* Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.
* Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities.
* Relocation support: Up to $13,000 support available for relocation within LCLHN with up to 3 months (Domestic) accommodation provided (financial advice is recommended for fringe benefits tax purposes).
* Diversity and inclusion celebrated: fostering a workplace where individuality is valued, cultural differences are embraced, and everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.
About The Limestone Coast Local Health Network
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia's south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1,400 staff and approximately 600 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and person-centred care.
Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering hospital, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites. Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in improving the health and wellbeing of our communities and region.
Beyond the work, LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia's most liveable regional destinations, where professional impact is matched with genuine work–life balance.
Why the Limestone Coast Local Health Network
* Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.
* Enjoy relaxed, affordable living with access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor adventure.
* Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
* Access professional development, education, and flexible working options.
* Benefit from salary packaging, wellbeing initiatives, and relocation support (up to $13,000).
* Live midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, with the best of regional and city life.
Conditions of Employment
* A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.
* Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B.
* SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.
Enquiries
For any queries, please feel free to contact Emma Poland, Chief Executive Officer LCLHN on or email
Application Closing Date
Tuesday 24th February :55PM
Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone
927060 SAES-Level1 Role Description
Applications close:
24/02/2026 11:55 PM
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.