Take the lead in a high-impact executive role where you are empowered to shape the clinical and operational future of our hospital network.
In this position, you will exercise significant delegated authority to solve complex system-level challenges, supported by an executive cohort that prioritises professional growth and integrity. As we move toward a divisional service-line model, you will hold single-point accountability for a significant operating budget of $300 million and a dedicated workforce of approximately 1,200 FTE. You won't navigate this transformation alone; you will guide a divisional leadership team, partnering with clinical and non-clinical leads to foster a culture of safety, excellence, and staff wellbeing across our services.
About us
At Central Queensland Health, we deliver public healthcare across regional, rural and remote communities through a network of hospitals, multipurpose health services, aged care facilities and community clinics. Our team of more than 4,500 people is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities every day. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, competitive employment conditions, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful outcomes for the Central Queensland community.
About the role
* Provide strategic and operational leadership for hospital services across CQHHS facilities.
* Lead performance across emergency access, elective surgery, and inpatient flow to achieve targets.
* Drive the transition to an integrated service model aligned to patient pathways and system demand.
* Lead large-scale service redesign and innovation to optimise hospital capacity.
* Standardise models of care and clinical pathways to ensure safety and consistency across all sites.
* Oversee effective financial stewardship of a significant operating budget and resources.
* Strengthen partnerships with clinicians, consumers, and partners to support patient-centred care.
About you
* You possess substantial senior executive leadership experience in managing large, complex, and multi-site service environments.
* You have a proven track record of delivering performance across activity, access, quality, and financial outcomes.
* You are a strategic thinker capable of influencing across organisational boundaries to achieve integrated service delivery.
* You have highly developed leadership capability with the ability to foster a culture of accountability and performance.
* You demonstrate deep expertise in clinical and corporate governance within a complex health service environment.
* You are a sophisticated communicator and negotiator with the ability to engage clinical leaders and executive colleagues.
* You ideally hold relevant tertiary qualifications in health, business, management, finance or a related discipline.
What we offer
Total remuneration value of up to $284,962 p.a. is comprised of:
* A salary between $202,404 - $220,983 p.a.
* 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* 17.5% leave loading
* Executive Motor Vehicle Allowance
Additional Benefits
* Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
* Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
* Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
* Paid Parental Leave
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Discounted Private Health Insurance
* Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply
To apply, please submit the following:
* Your current CV or resume, including referees.
* A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
* Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance
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