Senior Project Officer, Surgery

Senior Project Officer, Surgery

Join our surgical services team in System Purchasing Branch at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us

• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
• We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
• Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

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About the role

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

The System Purchasing Branch develops policy and provides expert advice to all levels of the NSW public health system on managing planned surgical services as well as leading targeted programs to improve planned surgery performance.

The Senior Project Officer, Surgery manages strategic and operational projects to meet NSW Health objective of surgical services that are safe, high quality and deliver outcomes that matter to patients and the community. The role will apply project management to develop and support the implementation of best practice policies, programs, projects, and activities for the Ministry of Health, public health organisations, and related government agencies in relation to surgical services.

Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location- 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

What you'll be doing

• Leading the planning and delivery of complex surgery-related projects
• Managing all stages of the project cycle: planning, resourcing, budgeting, reporting
• Monitoring and evaluating project implementation, including risk and quality management
• Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships through effective communication and negotiation
• Providing expert advice and reporting to senior executives and external partners

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in managing all stages of the policy project cycle in healthcare (planning, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation).
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent professional experience in project management.
• Demonstrated experience and evidence of applied knowledge of the NSW Health system structure and priorities as pertain to planned and emergency surgical services and surgery avoidance.

How to apply

At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you'll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) and demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.

Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.

Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission

Target Questions (1-2 pages)

• Outline your approach to project management for projects you have managed, how do you ensure stakeholders are engaged in the project management process?
• Describe a situation when you were able to strengthen a relationship by communicating effectively. What made your communication effective?

For role related queries or questions contact Annette Marley, Director Purchasing and Performance, System Purchasing Branch on and quote REQ

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Khloe Yang on

Closing Date: 11:59pm Tuesday 21 October 2025

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional information

• This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
• This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
• For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
• Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey Apply now

Applications Close: 11:59pm Tuesday 21 October 2025