Project Director

Queensland Government; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

West Moreton Health in Queensland is seeking an experienced leader to guide large, complex projects within the healthcare sector. You will drive commissioning activities as part of infrastructure delivery, and build trusted relationships with clinicians, executives and partners to meet milestones.

The role requires superior communication, analytical problem-solving, and the ability to influence stakeholders in a time-critical environment while ensuring compliance with Queensland Health policies.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large, complex projects in healthcare settings.
• Ability to develop and implement commissioning activities within infrastructure delivery.
• Strong communication and engagement skills with stakeholders across health services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large, complex healthcare projects to meet milestones.
• Develop commissioning plans as part of infrastructure delivery.
• Influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders in a time-critical environment.

Skills

Project leadership

Healthcare experience

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Time management

Job description

About West Moreton HealthWest Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:What it's like to work with us | West Moreton HealthAbout youOur ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:Experience in effectively leading and managing large complex projects within the healthcare environment.Experience in developing and implementing commissioning activities as part of an infrastructure delivery project.Superior communication and engagement skills, conveying clear and compelling messages with the ability to develop strong and trusted professional relationships with key stakeholders particularly in a health service environment.Proven analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills including the ability to negotiate, respond promptly and authoritatively within short timeframes, influence stakeholders and manage staff/consultants to effectively achieve project outcomes.Ability to apply knowledge and comply with relevant Queensland Health and wider Government policies and delegations, including the ability to operate in a complex, sensitive and time critical environment and a record of achievement in meeting project milestones.Why choose usPurposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.To applyFor further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.