Associate Director Health Services Planning

Associate Director Health Services Planning
 

• Lead strategic health service planning across a dynamic district

• Drive innovation in clinical and capital infrastructure projects

• Influence future healthcare delivery for Western Sydney communities

Shape the future of healthcare in Western Sydney – lead complex planning projects, mentor a high-performing team, and drive impactful service design.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5
Remuneration: $173,345 – $193,906 per annum
Hours Per Week: 40
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working 
Join the Health Services Planning team at Westmead Hospital, one of Australia’s leading teaching hospitals and a cornerstone of Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD). You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values innovation, inclusion and excellence.

• Located in the heart of Western Sydney’s health and education precinct

• Work alongside passionate professionals committed to improving patient outcomes

• Be part of a team that values strategic thinking and continuous improvement

• Enjoy access to professional development and leadership opportunities

• Contribute to projects that shape the future of healthcare infrastructure

What you'll be doing

Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Associate Director Health Services Planning to join our team at Westmead Hospital. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for delivering complex clinical, capital and strategic plans, and contributing to a range of service planning projects across WSLHD.

In this role, you will also support the supervision and professional development of health service planners, fostering a high-functioning and collaborative team. A key part of the role is building strong internal and external relationships across the health sector to ensure effective planning and delivery.

Ready to make a difference?

Join NSW Health and be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation and excellence. Apply now to help shape the future of healthcare in Western Sydney.

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

1. Demonstrated advanced ability to lead, initiate and deliver on significant health service, capital and strategic planning processes, preferably at a Local Health District level.

2. Demonstrated understanding and application of health service planning guidelines and policies in NSW, particularly those relating to health service and capital development planning and evidence-based models of care .

3. Demonstrated advanced analytical, critical thinking, problem solving and project management skills including capability to extract, analyse and compile high quality data and information to support decision making and planning processes across WSLHD services and facilities.

4. Demonstrated leadership experience and management skills in a contemporary health care environment, including supervision and mentoring of staff.

5. Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills including verbal and written skills, with an ability to manage stakeholder relations and consult, influence and negotiate effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at different levels. Highly experienced in promoting collaboration and effectively resolving conflict .

6. Demonstrated advanced organisational skills including highly developed project management skills with experience in coordinating and managing multiple complex projects and meeting deliverables within identified timeframes.

7. Current NSW driver’s licence and a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position.

8. Appropriate tertiary qualifications, preferably at Masters level, or demonstrated relevant industry experience in leading and achieving significant health services planning processes.

Requisition ID: REQ618940
Applications Close: 2 December 2025

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Anita Calderan, WSLHD Director Health Services Planning, 0421 059 411.