Director Health Networks

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Salary: PSO Class 1 $211,558 per annum pro rata
Location: East Perth, WA
Unit/Division: Department of Health > Clinical Excellence
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No: 00014207
Closing Date: 2026-07-03 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)

Vacancy Reference No. 734683

This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 5 years, with the possibility of extension(s)

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

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 eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments). Applicants must obtain conditional approval from their manager to be released for this opportunity before applying.

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.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. 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.

Position Profile:
We’re seeking a strong leader to take on the Director, Health Networks role at a key time for WA Health. This role sits at the centre of shaping a more integrated, high-performing system—bringing clinicians, services and partners together to influence system priorities and contribute to the reform agenda.

In this role, you will:
Provide visible leadership across the system
Strengthen Health Networks as a platform for integration and collaboration
Connect strategy, planning and service delivery, ensuring clinical insight shapes decisions
Champion best practice, innovation and shared models of care
Support meaningful clinician and consumer engagement in system design

Health Networks are critical to building a more connected and coordinated system, enabling clinical leadership at scale and reducing fragmentation. This role will help position networks as the link between frontline care and system strategy, supporting more consistent, equitable and sustainable services.

We are looking for someone who:
Has strong clinical or system leadership credibility
Can influence across boundaries and bring people together
Thrives in complex environments
Is driven to improve outcomes through integration and collaboration

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.
Access to salary packaging arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
Flexible working arrangements
Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact on 08 . (Only use an email address if requested by site).

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

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

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. 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.

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

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.