Do you want to directly influence the future of healthcare for women, babies, and families across Western Australia?

We are seeking highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Officers to help deliver the once‑in‑a‑generation New Women and Babies Hospital Project (NWBHP) for North Metropolitan Health Service. This complex program will shape the future of maternal, neonatal and women's healthcare in Western Australia through:

• Construction of the new Women and Babies Hospital within the Fiona Stanley Hospital precinct.
• Expansion of maternity and neonatology capacity at Osborne Park Hospital.
• Expansion of neonatology services at Perth Children's Hospital.
• Relocation and redesign of multiple statewide services

Vacancies currently exist in the following workstreams within the NWBHP team as follows:

Procurement and Contracts (1 FTE)

The Senior Project Officer will be responsible for supporting the procurement processes for all new services and the coordination and development for the transition of existing contracts for the NWBHP. The role will assist with tracking procurement schedules, supplier dependencies, and contract deliverables to support alignment with commissioning and readiness timelines. The role will also prepare progress updates and escalates procurement, logistics, and supply-related risks to the Project Manager.

Clinical and Non-Clinical (1 FTE)

The Senior Project Officer will develop service departmental planning, commissioning, service transition, and workflow redesign activities across clinical and non-clinical areas. The role will assist project managers by tracking actions, coordinating workshops, documenting outputs, and maintaining logs related to service design, patient journey mapping, operational readiness, and transition planning, escalating risks and issues to the Project Manager.

Workforce (2 FTE)

The Senior Project Officer will support the Project Manager in operational commissioning activities including workforce planning, stakeholder engagement, change management and staff readiness, escalating issues to the Project Manager as required. The role will be responsible for engaging with stakeholders to determine future workforce profiles and builds in line with models of care/service delivery models, classifying and establishing positions and recruitment. It will also be responsible for  training, orientation, and familiarisation programs, and coordinating workforce logistics.

Perth Children’s Hospital Expansion (1 FTE)

The Senior Project Officer will be responsible for supporting readiness by coordinating and tracking day-to-day integration activities, including emergency management planning, scenario testing, and patient move-day coordination. Under the direction of the Project Manager, this role will support alignment of operational commissioning activities, monitors dependencies and milestones, and assists with sequencing and tracking inputs to support project delivery.

About the Role

As a Senior Project Officer, reporting to a Project Manager, you will be responsible for preparing new and expanded hospital facilities and staff to be clinically safe, functionally ready, and fully equipped for opening day. You will be expected to:

• Navigate complex clinical and operational environments to contribute to day one readiness.
• Manage competing priorities across multiple large-scale projects  simultaneously and deliver project outcomes under the guidance of the Project Manager.
• Assist in maintaining clarity and progressing decisions in environments where requirements are evolving.
• Develop effective working relationships and positively influence a broad range of stakeholders.

Experience in large scale complex projects / statewide programs / reform agenda for whole of state, organisations, hospitals, or Health Service Provider/s is highly valued in this role.

The primary office location for this role is Subiaco. However, employees may be required to work across multiple sites and locations in line with project and operational needs. Role‑specific requirements or shift considerations may apply (e.g., early starts, onsite work, or attendance during testing and activation periods).

We operate in an inclusive and agile environment that values your expertise, encourages creative problem‑solving, and empowers you to make meaningful contributions. While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

The successful applicants will be offered a fixed term contract, with a possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. As this is a project-specific role, there is no opportunity for permanency associated with this appointment. Any future consideration of an ongoing appointment would be contingent upon the successful applicant securing a subsequent position with approved permanent funding, and meeting the applicable employment requirements.

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 or the wider public 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.

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:

• Professional and career development opportunities. This large‑scale commissioning project offers unparalleled exposure to strategic planning, change leadership and complex project delivery.
• Generous salary packaging options.
• A diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace culture.

For further information please contact Parveen Sidhu, Project Director, on 0450 765 924 or email Parveen.Sidhu@health.wa.gov.au to discuss how this role aligns with your skills and career aspirations.

How to Apply

Please apply online at www.jobs.wa.gov.au and allow enough time to complete the application and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 during business hours.

The Job Description Form is attached for your reference. Your application must include:

1. Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing Essential Criteria 1, 2, 3 and 4 in the Job Description Form, supported by examples of relevant experience that demonstrate your capability and suitability for the workstream(s) for which you are applying.
2. Detailed CV/Resume outlining capability and experience relevant to the role.
3. Contact details for two referees, one being your current manager.

Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

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.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. 

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.

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

We look forward to receiving your application.