Chief Executive – South Metropolitan Health Service

3 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia Government of Western Australia Department of Health Full time
Salary: An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the position will be offered

Location: Perth

Unit/Division: South Metropolitan Health Service > South Metropolitan Health Service - Executive

This position is a fixed-term, full-time appointment for five (5) years.

The South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS) 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 SMHS provides hospital and community-based services to a quarter of WA's population within nine local government areas, as well as supporting WA Country Health Service patients from the Great Southern, Southern, Wheatbelt, and Goldfields regions. In addition, the SMHS provides a range of metropolitan-wide services.

The SMHS hospital network provides tertiary, secondary and specialist healthcare services. This includes emergency and critical care, elective and emergency surgery, general medical, mental health, inpatient and outpatient services, aged care, palliative care and women's, children's and neonates' services.

The SMHS also delivers the following statewide specialist services:

- Adult burns
- Hyperbaric
- Rehabilitation
- Heart, lung and renal transplants
- Bone marrow transplants
- Haemophilia and haemostasis.

The SMHS 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 SMHS, as well as continuing to deliver on the SMHS 2021-25 Strategic Plan which prioritises the delivery of patient-centred, high-quality and financially sustainable health care, and strengthens engagement with patients, families, staff and the community to design and improve the delivery of healthcare services.

The Chief Executive is employed by the Director General, Department of Health, and reports to both the Director General and the SMHS Board Chair.

The successful applicant will have a proven track record in executive leadership in a large, complex healthcare organisation and possess a wide range of expertise including:

- Demonstrated track record in transformational leadership
- Demonstrated results and achievements in ensuring optimal patient outcomes, organisational-wide governance and policy standards
- Strong operational and financial management skills
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- Ability to inspire and drive high-performing teams
- Proven analytical, strategic and problem-solving skills

Experience in large scale hospital redevelopment commissioning would also be advantageous.

For a confidential discussion relating to the application and recruitment process: Please contact Jennifer Grove, Partner, Gerard Daniels on +61 (0)438 066 013 or jenniferg@gerard-daniels.com.

About Us: 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. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

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. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal record screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the market competitive salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance

Applicants are advised to submit the following documents and information:

- A statement demonstrating your commitment, passion and readiness to undertake the position of Chief Executive in the context of your knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the responsibilities of the position, and the work-related requirements outlined in the Job Description Form (no more than 3 pages).
- A comprehensive curriculum vitae detailing your professional experience and academic qualifications.
- The name and contact details of 2 professional referees.

EMAIL APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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