These are three separate Fixed Term Full Time appointments, one each in the Pilbara, Wheatbelt and Midwest, for five years with the possibility of extension(s).

Lead one of WA Country Health Service’s regional health systems, with executive accountability for service delivery, performance and sustainability in the Pilbara, Wheatbelt or Midwest.

Shape the future of healthcare in your region, translating strategy into high-quality, responsive services that meet the needs of regional communities. Drive performance, quality and service improvement while strengthening leadership, workforce capability and the effective stewardship of resources.

THE OPPORTUNITY

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) delivers public health services across regional and remote Western Australia, covering more than 2.5 million square kilometres. WACHS supports communities through a network of more than 70 hospitals and health facilities, including regional hospitals, health campuses, and Multi-Purpose Service sites, as well as community-based services and Telehealth. Services are delivered within a multidisciplinary environment, bringing together clinical, allied health, operational, and support services, and are underpinned by strong community connection and collaboration with local stakeholders.

WACHS is seeking Executive Directors to fill three separate positions, one each in the Pilbara, Wheatbelt and Midwest.

Each Executive

Director is accountable for the development and delivery of safe, high-quality, efficient and economical publicly funded health services across their accountable districts. They ensure services respond to population needs, are delivered within allocated resources and comply with relevant policy, legislative and regulatory requirements.

These are significant operational and strategic leadership positions within WACHS.

The Executive

Directors for Pilbara and Midwest report to the Chief Operating Officer – Remote, while the Executive Director for Wheatbelt reports to the Chief Operating Officer – Rural. Each position provides strategic leadership and oversight across its accountable districts, with District Directors reporting directly to the Executive Director.

Working for WA Country Health Service in rural and remote WA THE ROLE

Each Executive Director leads and works in partnership with District Directors, district management teams and clinical and corporate program leaders to support coordinated service delivery across their accountable districts. The specific service network and reporting relationships for each position are outlined in the relevant Form.

Each Executive Director translates strategic and business plans into effective service delivery, with accountability for governance, performance, quality and safety, risk management, and the effective management of financial, human and physical resources. They support the development of District Directors and other direct reports, strengthen community and stakeholder relationships, and contribute to broader WACHS priorities.

Suitability Criteria

Suitability recognises that a range of factors contribute to merit, including skills, knowledge, abilities, behaviours, ethical alignment and relevant operational requirements. The suitability requirements below are derived from the Form and define what will be assessed to determine your suitability for the role:

- Shapes and manages strategy

Demonstrates the ability to inspire a sense of purpose and direction, focus strategically on matters of critical importance to the organisation, harness relevant information and act on opportunities. Demonstrates high-level judgement, initiative and common sense.
- Achieves results

Achieves results within their area of accountability.



Demonstrates the ability to build organisational skill and responsiveness, marshal professional expertise, steer and implement change, deal with uncertainty and deliver intended results. Delivers outcomes while ensuring effective management of financial, physical, technological and information requirements to support quality service delivery.
- Builds productive relationships

Demonstrates the ability to nurture internal and external relationships, facilitate cooperation and partnerships, value individual differences and diversity, and guide, coach and develop people across the organisation.
- Exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness

Demonstrates professionalism, probity and a commitment to safe, high-quality service delivery. Engages with risk, shows personal courage, commits to action, displays resilience, demonstrates self-awareness and maintains an ongoing commitment to personal development.
- Communicates and influences effectively

Communicates clearly, listens, understands and adapts to the audience, and negotiates persuasively. Engages appropriately with stakeholders both within and outside the organisation.
- Service delivery experience

Demonstrates extensive experience initiating, leading and reviewing service delivery outcomes within a complex environment.
- Legislative and regulatory knowledge

Demonstrates current knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements in the areas of equal opportunity, disability services and workplace health and safety, and how these impact on employment, people management and service delivery.

Essential Requirements

- Possession of a current C or C-A Class driver’s licence or other specialised licence class.
- Ability to travel within the region as required, including overnight stays.

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

- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
- District Allowance (Pilbara and Midwest locations only)
- Subsidised accommodation may be available, subject to location and availability
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other skilled and location based allowances
- As a WA Country Health Service employee you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

For Further Job-Related Information: We encourage you to contact Pete Carter on 0448 729 077 or [email protected] Applicants Are Required To Provide

- A statement addressing the suitability criteria (maximum three pages), outlining your skills, experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the role.
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) summarising your relevant experience and ability to meet the position requirements.
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferably including your current or most recent manager.
- Applicants are asked to nominate the position/s for which they wish to be considered.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online.



Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. For further information about the role, including key duties, please refer to the relevant Form.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

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.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment.

We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

This vacancy is subject to a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Check. For further information please refer to the NDIS website at: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workforce/worker-screening

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within WACHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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