Senior Digital Communications Officer

• Lead high-impact digital strategy in a major health district

• Drive innovative, user-focused web and intranet solutions

• Shape how vital health information reaches the community

Manage and build innovative digital platforms that deliver critical health information and enhance user experience across a leading healthcare network.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 15 September 2026)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $57.62 - $67.98 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working 
Join a forward-thinking team at Westmead Hospital within Western Sydney Local Health District, one of the largest and most dynamic health services in NSW. You’ll collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to improving health outcomes through meaningful communication and digital innovation.

• Work in a collaborative, purpose-driven communications team

• Contribute to initiatives that directly impact community health

• Be part of a large, complex and diverse healthcare environment

• Access opportunities for professional growth and development

• Thrive in a culture that values creativity, inclusion and innovation

What you'll be doing

In this strategic and hands-on role, you will lead the evolution of digital communications platforms to better connect staff, patients and the wider community with essential health information.
 

• Lead the strategy, development and continuous improvement of websites and digital platforms

• Design and implement user-friendly, accessible and engaging online solutions

• Oversee website and intranet content, ensuring compliance with standards and policies

• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality digital projects on time

• Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to enhance communication and user experience

Ready to make a difference?
Bring your creativity, expertise and passion for digital innovation to a role where your work truly matters. Apply now and help shape the future of healthcare communication 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. Tertiary qualifications in communications and/or digital marketing, web design/development and/or extensive, equivalent professional experience with digital communications, website administration, content management and web design in a complex organisation.

2. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of the technologies employed to plan, develop, implement and maintain complex corporate websites, including comprehensive knowledge and experience of web content management system principles and concepts.

3. Demonstrated extensive knowledge of current trends, methods, platforms and constraints, concepts and techniques for implementing digital content that meets accessibility requirements.

4. Demonstrated experience in producing a digital marketing campaign or new website in response to a communications or organisational initiative or project.

5. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in search engine optimisation (SEO), web analytics, and mobile web strategies and technologies in a corporate environment.

6. Working knowledge of project management principles and the techniques and processes required to manage and coordinate a range of work, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team environment.

Requisition ID: REQ654262
Applications Close: 9 April 2026

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 Sherilee Hemers on 0402 626 918 or sherilee.hemers@health.nsw.gov.au.