Executive Officer

Executive Officer

• Lead key operational initiatives and drive strategic success

• Be a vital contributor to Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD)

• Support senior executives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Manage high-level executive support and strategic projects to shape the future of healthcare operations.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251.00 - $134,809.00 per annum 
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Based at Westmead however may be required to work from other WSLHD Facilities

Where you'll be working 
Based at Westmead, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with a diverse, forward-thinking team and make a meaningful impact across the WSLHD network. As part of a high-performing health district, you’ll contribute to the delivery of innovative healthcare services that improve the lives of patients in Western Sydney.

• Dynamic and collaborative work environment

• Opportunity to shape strategic operational goals

• Work with a dedicated and supportive team

• Drive continuous improvement in healthcare administration

• Build connections across internal and external stakeholders

What you'll be doing
As Executive Officer, you will play an essential role in supporting WSLHD's Executive Director Operations, ensuring effective business management in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist in developing and implementing operational strategies to support WSLHD's strategic objectives

• Provide key business support, ensuring the smooth running of executive functions

• Manage delegated projects within the Operations portfolio

• Maintain and enhance information systems, providing timely analysis and advice

• Draft high-level documents, correspondence, and reports for senior management

Ready to make a difference?

Join WSLHD in this exciting, challenging, and rewarding role. You’ll be a vital part of our healthcare community, contributing to the operational success of one of the most dynamic health districts in NSW.

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. Demonstrate experience in working in a high volume and high pressure senior executive environment which demands confidentiality, flexibility and discernment.

2. Demonstrate the capacity to manage competing priorities of a diverse, complex nature, and an ability to support, prioritise and achieve business and/or organisational goals.

3. Demonstrate the ability to work independently, analyse and use a high level of critical thinking, exercise initiative and sound judgement in challenging situations.

4. Demonstrate the ability to identify issues of relevance, potential risks and use of discretion in knowing when to escalate matters of importance or urgency to management, including action to support risk mitigation.

5. Demonstrate the ability to build relationships, communicate and liaise with key internal and external stakeholders to support accurate reporting, oversight of issues and progress against actions, and the provision of written and verbal responses/ reports to senior executive management.

6. Demonstrate high level administrative, written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to prepare and review a range of complex documentation, including but not limited to briefing notes, ministerials, parliamentary notes, executive reports, policies and procedures, frameworks, presentations and advice to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

7. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, with the capacity to interact with others in a professional manner, including the management of conflicts and identified performance issues.

8. Demonstrate an advanced ability in the use of a variety of computer software, including HPE Content Manager, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook.
   
   
   

Requisition ID: REQ620673
Applications Close: 11 January 2026

Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.  The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.

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 Leza-Maree Waters on LezaMaree.Waters@health.nsw.gov.au or 0407 799 735 (available 11/12/2025 – 18/12/2025), or Kate Gillis on Kate.Gillis@health.nsw.gov.au available 19/12/2025 – 11/01/2026).