NSW Health Sydney Olympic Park, New South Wales, AustraliaJoin or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Associate Director Staff Health role at NSW HealthNSW Health Sydney Olympic Park, New South Wales, Australia3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Associate Director Staff Health role at NSW HealthEmployment Type: Permanent Full Time, 40 hours per weekPosition Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 5Salary Range: $166,678 per annum - $186,448 per annum + Super and benefitsHours Per Week: 40NSW AmbulanceLead the wellbeing strategy of one of NSW’s most essential frontline servicesHigh-impact, executive-facing leadership role in a 24/7 emergency health serviceShape state-wide resilience initiatives and drive cultural uplift through evidence-based practiceThe Organisation – NSW AmbulanceNSW Ambulance plays a critical role in the NSW Health system, providing emergency and non-emergency care across metropolitan, regional, and rural communities. Supporting a workforce of more than 6,000, the organisation is committed to embedding psychological safety, supporting wellbeing, and delivering its mission of Excellence in Care through its CORE Values: Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment.This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a major health service and deliver long-term, system-wide impact in staff wellbeing, workforce safety, and organisational culture.Sydney-Based Executive Opportunity – Broad Scope, Deep ImpactAs Associate Director, Staff Health, you will lead the development and implementation of proactive, preventative, and trauma-informed mental health and wellbeing strategies across NSW Ambulance. Reporting to the Executive Director, People & Culture, and working in partnership with clinical and operational leaders, you will provide expert strategic advice, shape culture, and lead multidisciplinary programs including peer support, family outreach, fitness, chaplaincy, and psychological services.Your work will directly influence frontline support systems and ensure the organisation is equipped to manage critical risks, improve workforce resilience, and create long-lasting health outcomes for staff and their families.Strategic Leadership with Cultural and System ImpactThis role is central to how NSW Ambulance supports its people—especially in high-risk, high-pressure environments. You will be responsible for designing and delivering frameworks that enable early identification and response to staff at risk, developing performance indicators aligned with NSW Health and government KPIs, and embedding psychological safety as a core organisational principle.You will lead a team of experienced health professionals and manage a high-visibility portfolio that includes injury prevention, mental health intervention, and strategic workforce wellbeing programs.Your Expertise and Leadership ProfileTo Succeed In This Role, You Will BringSenior leadership experience in health, wellbeing, or people strategy within a large and complex organisationDeep subject matter expertise in workforce mental health, psychological safety, and organisational wellbeingProven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex, high-trust portfoliosStrategic insight and operational capability to influence systems, culture, and executive decision-makingStrong stakeholder management skills across clinical, operational, and government environmentsHigh-level communication and policy development skills, including executive briefings and ministerial reportingRelevant tertiary qualifications in health, psychology, organisational development, or a related field.How To Apply And Closing Date For ApplicationsFor a copy of the Candidate Information Pack (Role Description, remuneration information and more), please visit https://au.hudson.com/employers/nsw-ambulance-associate-director-staff-health/ (paste into your browser).Closing Date: 11:59 pm, Monday, 30th June 2025 at www.au.hudson.com quoting job ref #245108To Apply, Please ONLY Submit ONLINE Your Resume, Cover Letter And Responses To The Following Two Capability-based Questions (maximum 4,000 Characters Each, Including Spaces)Question 1Provide an example of how you translated strategic direction into operational goals that aligned with core business outcomes.Question 2Describe a time you led a multidisciplinary team to deliver a critical workforce outcome. How did you align the team and ensure effective delivery?Confidential EnquiriesFor a confidential discussion, please call or email Leeann Soden, National Practice Director, Hudson Executive on 0439 210 765 or leeann.soden@hudson.comDocuments and Links for Further InformationRole DescriptionClick here for information about eligibility lists and the recruitment Pool useClick here for information on our Diversity and Inclusion StatementNSW Ambulance WebsiteSeniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at NSW Health by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Health Director” roles.Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 22 hours agoDirector, Ageing Well in Community (Health Manager Lvl 4) - Temp FTCampbelltown, New South Wales, Australia 8 hours agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 17 hours agoDirector, Ageing Well in Community (Health Manager Lvl 4) - Temp FTCampbelltown, New South Wales, Australia 17 hours agoDeputy Director (Health Manager Level 5) - SIPfHER and Sydney ResearchSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoExecutive Director – Regulatory Operations Division SES Band 1Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Allied Health Manager, Drug and Alcohol ServicesSurry Hills, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoAssociate Director of Operations, Health Consumer MarketingSydney, New South Wales, Australia 12 hours agoDirector (Health Manager Level 4) - Surgical Outcomes Research Centre (SOuRCe)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSenior Allied Health Manager, Drug and Alcohol ServicesSydney, New South Wales, Australia 13 hours agoManager Medical Administration Macquarie HospitalNorth Ryde, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoDirector, Legal, Governance and Risk - Health Professional Councils AuthorityHaymarket, New South Wales, Australia 8 hours agoEL2 Director, Medicines Safety and Quality and Infection Prevention and ControlSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$144,162.00-A$170,679.00 2 weeks agoConcord West, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoBusiness Unit Director - Diagnostics ANZSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoKogarah, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoCamperdown, New South Wales, Australia A$180,000.00-A$210,000.00 3 weeks agoMedical Services Operations Manager (Health Manager Lvl 3) - Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital - Temp FTBankstown, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoMacquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoMedical Services Operations Manager (Health Manager Lvl 3) - Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital - Temp FTBankstown, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoQuality, Risk and infection control ManagerDirector of Development (Multidisciplinary Initiatives)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoKogarah, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoWestmead Hospital Director of Nursing & MidwiferySydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoMedical Workforce Coordinator - SESLHD MHSSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoKogarah, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoLidcombe, New South Wales, Australia 16 hours agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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