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Join us to deliver services that support and improve the health of Western Australians.
The Department of Health is responsible for the strategic direction, oversight and management of the WA health system, operating at arm’s length from health service delivery. We operate in a corporate environment, and do not deliver front line health services to the community.
At the Department of Health, our mission is to lead and steward the WA health system, made up of eight independent Health Services Providers. Covering 2.5 million square kilometres, our 50,000-strong workforce delivers health services across the largest health authority in the world.
We are a values driven organisation that is proudly working together for a healthier Western Australia.
Your new role:
We are seeking enthusiastic people to fill two Senior Data Officer vacancies.
There are two vacancies available for immediate filling, one part-time (0.5 FTE) to 21 September 2025 and one full-time to 30 June 2026. Both vacancies have possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
You will contribute to increasing the information management maturity of the WA health system by supporting the metadata and data development work program, which includes the development and implementation of a metadata repository, core standards and reference data, as well as the development of new data collections to meet emerging information needs.
What are we looking for?
Our ideal candidate will have experience in the development, documentation and/or management of data in a complex environment, project management and well-developed interpersonal skills.
The Senior Data Officer positions are available in the newly formed Metadata and Data Development team. The Metadata and Data Development team has two streams: the existing metadata function, and the new data development function. The Senior Data Officers will work with both business and technical teams to support the delivery of the Metadata and Data Development work program, including providing expert advice on metadata to stakeholders across the WA health system; developing metadata infrastructure and processes; supporting the development of new real-time data collections to enable systemwide visibility of hospital capacity and demand; development and maintenance of central master data and reference lists; and support for metadata governance processes, including development and/or review of standards.
Due to the foundational nature of metadata and data development, Senior Data Officers will be exposed to a wide variety of health data and initiatives.
We care about you!
We offer a purpose driven environment conveniently located in East Perth. Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements, work from home arrangements genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Generous salary packaging options
- Public Service Holidays
- Wherefit Membership – great value deals across an extensive choice of wellbeing benefits across Perth
- Modern end of trip facilities/changerooms
- Claisebrook train station within 5-minute walk; Yellow Cat service to the building entrance, public transport buses close by. A short walk to the bustling Royal Street the café strip. Next to the recently redeveloped Moort-ak Waadiny, Wellington Park.
Diverse and Inclusive workforce
The Department of Health embraces diversity and believes the best results come when varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We encourage gender diversity, Aboriginal people, young people, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to join us. Please indicate on your application if you fall into one of these diversity groups.
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.
If you require adjustments during our recruitment process and in the workplace, or have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process (including alternate methods of communication, or alternative format documentation) please contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Want To Know More About This Role?’ section.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Want to join the Department of Health? Here’s how
Apply online now by submitting the following in MS word or PDF format only online;
- A maximum three (3) page statement, demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the essential selection criteria as outlined in the JDF.
- A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experiences, and key achievements.
- The name and contact details of two (2) professional referees with one referee preferably being your current line manager.
It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement, and the attached Job Description Form for more information about the position. All work-related requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Are you eligible?
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.
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. You will be required to provide proof of your residency status if you are successful.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Want to know more about this role?
For information regarding this position, please contact Renee Beard, Principal Data Management Officer, Information and System Performance on (08) 6373 1987, renee.beard@health.wa.gov.au.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent and Fixed Term Full Time and Part Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2025.
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.
