Executive Director People and
Culture
This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 5 years,
with the possibility of extension(s).
About the
Opportunity
We are
seeking a passionate and committed leader for the role of Executive
Director People and Culture at the North Metropolitan Health
Service (NMHS)
This role
will suit a leader who can navigate complexity, lead through change
and work closely with executive peers to deliver strong workforce
outcomes in a large and diverse health service.
If you have
the drive and energy to lead organisational change, strengthen
staff engagement, and build the confidence and capability of our
people serving the WA community, this may be the role for
you.
About
the Role
As a member
of the NMHS Executive, reporting to the Chief Executive, you will
have responsibility for the People and Culture portfolio across the
service.
In this
role, you will lead a whole‑of‑service approach to workforce
development and people strategy, with a strong focus on talent
development, health, safety and wellbeing, and fostering a culture
of high performance. You will provide strong, visible leadership to
the People and Culture team to support the delivery of safe,
high‑quality care.
About
the North Metropolitan Health Service
North
Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) provides timely access to high
quality health care, embracing acknowledged best practice to
deliver improved clinical outcomes in the face of rising challenges
for all healthcare providers. The NMHS comprises a mix of tertiary,
specialist, and generalist hospitals. Our north metropolitan
catchment area covers almost 1000 square kilometres. Our population
represents about 28 per cent of Western Australia’s total and is
projected to grow to more than 0.9 million by 2031.
For further
information about NMHS, visit: www.nmhs.health.wa.gov.au.
Applicant
Requirements
To be
successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Extensive
experience leading People and Culture functions in a large,
complex organisation, including industrial relations, human
resources, work health and safety, integrity, and
organisational development
- Proven
ability to formulate and deliver organisation‑wide culture
change and workforce strategies in a complex and evolving
environment
- Strong
capability to lead, influence and develop large,
multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality,
customer‑focused services across multiple sites
- Experience
partnering with executive leadership to deliver large‑scale
organisational reform, integration and change, including
managing industrial and workforce risks
- Demonstrated
ability to use workforce data and analytics to inform strategic
decision‑making, workforce planning and continuous
improvement
- High
level of personal integrity, with a strong commitment to
governance and ethical decision‑making aligned to NMHS
values
How
to Apply
Applications
should be submitted via the ‘Apply for Job’ button
at the bottom of this page.
Your
suitability for the role will be assessed throughout the
recruitment process against the role‑specific
requirements.
For
your written application, please provide:
- Cover
letter (maximum three (3) pages) outlining your
interest in the role and how you meet the Applicant
Requirements listed in this advertisement.
- Curriculum Vitae
(CV) detailing your
experience and achievements relevant to the role (refer to
the attached
job
description form).
- Referees
– the names
and contact details of two (2) referees, including at least one
(1) current or recent direct line manager or supervisor. (You
will be contacted to confirm referee details before any contact
is made.)
These
documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying
online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online
application process as you will be required to answer various
questions and attach your documentation.
If you
experience difficulties while applying online, please contact
Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during
business hours.
Further
information about this position
The job
description form attached provides a full
statement of duties for this role. We encourage you to contact
Jennifer Grove on 0438 066 013 or
jenniferg@gerard-daniels.com
with any specific questions related to this role.
Applicants
are advised that an executive search may be utilised in conjunction
with this advertisement.
What
we offer
NMHS
supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given
to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. Our
employees enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- Access
to generous salary packaging to increase take-home
pay
- Professional
and career development opportunities
- Diverse
and inclusive culture
For more
information, see: North
Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and
Benefits.
Eligibility
Eligibility
to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent
residency is required for appointment to permanent positions in the
public sector. To be eligible for this fixed‑term appointment,
applicants must have documentary evidence of their entitlement to
live and work in Australia for the duration of the
contract.
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.
At NMHS, we
are committed to equity, inclusion and ensuring everyone feels a
strong sense of belonging. We value the diversity of our community
and seek to build a workforce that reflects the people we serve. We
encourage applications from people who share our values of
Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and
Care.
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.
The
closing date and time are
system‑generated. Any submissions
after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be
accepted.
We
look forward to receiving your application.
