Director, Finance - NSW Ambulance
Director, Finance
NSW Ambulance
Band 1
Role Title: Director, Finance
Join NSW Ambulance for an exciting ongoing opportunity and help shape the future of health in New South Wales!
About us
NSW Ambulance is one of the largest ambulance services in the world, delivering emergency and non-emergency care to over 8 million people across the state. With an annual budget exceeding $1.65 billion, we are committed to excellence in care and innovation in service delivery.
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven finance leader to join our Executive team as Director, Finance. This newly created role will lead financial strategy, planning, and governance for NSW Ambulance, ensuring sustainable financial performance and compliance in a complex, high-profile environment.
This role will be located in Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney
About this role
As Director, Finance, you will:
- Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive and Executive Leadership Team.
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, procurement, and contract management functions.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial systems and processes.
- Build strong relationships with NSW Treasury, shared services, and government stakeholders.
- Manage a team of senior finance professionals and oversee an organisational expenditure budget of approximately $1.5 billion.
This is an ongoing, full time, Band 1, Health Service senior executive (HSSE) role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of $251,070 to $276,016 per annum (SOORT 2025), with annual performance reviews, will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
For further information, download the role description.
About you
We’re looking for a proven senior executive with:
- Extensive experience in financial management within a large, complex organisation.
- Strong leadership capability and ability to influence at the highest levels.
- Expertise in financial governance, risk management, and compliance.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and membership of a recognised Australian accounting body.
Why join us?
- Make a tangible impact on health outcomes for the people of NSW.
- Work in a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation with statewide significance.
- Enjoy a competitive remuneration package and flexible working arrangements.
Applying for this role
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume and a brief cover letter including a short statement in response to the two target questions (1-2 pages)
1. Using an example of a business improvement initiative that you led, what mechanisms did you put in place to identify problems and resolve them in a timely manner?
2. Describe some examples of strategic planning and budgeting that you have undertaken in previous roles. What is the largest budget you have managed? How do you determine priorities if the allocation of resources is insufficient to carry out all functions in your area of management responsibility?
For role related queries or questions contact Amanda Soliman on Amanda.Soliman@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ630935.
If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact Amanda Soliman on Amanda.Soliman@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 11:59pm Thursday 15 January 2026
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
