WA Country Health Service – Goldfields, Midwest, Wheatbelt

Location: Goldfields, Midwest, Wheatbelt regions, Western Australia

Salary: HES - Health Executive Grade B - $247,157 - $265,168 p.a. (inclusive of base salary and 12% superannuation)

Position Number: 00601000

Closing Date: AWST 4.00PM Tuesday 19 August 2025

Fixed Term Full Time

Make a lasting difference - where leadership meets community.

WA Country Health Service is seeking three bold and visionary leaders for the role of Executive Director – Goldfields, Midwest & Wheatbelt.

About the Role

The Executive Director is a senior leadership role within WA Country Health Service (WACHS), responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of publicly funded health services across three diverse regions.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working as part of the WACHS Executive, you’ll ensure services are responsive to community needs, delivered within budget, and meet high standards of safety and quality.

WACHS is always looking at ways to strengthen district health services and local leadership. As Executive Director, you’ll play a key role in shaping future transformation, helping build a more agile, integrated and community-focused health system.

This is a rare opportunity to lead at scale, drive meaningful change, and improve health outcomes across regional and remote Western Australia.

About the Successful Candidate

You will make a meaningful difference to communities - this role offers impact at a scale few others can.

You’re a strategic, values-driven leader with a strong track record in complex health service environments. You’re ready to take on the challenge of delivering safe, high-quality care across diverse rural and remote settings.

You bring clarity in communication, strength in negotiation, and the ability to lead and develop large teams. Your commitment to continuous improvement and collaborative leadership will be key to building trusted relationships and driving better health outcomes.

This is a role for someone who leads with purpose, delivers with integrity, and thrives on making a real difference.

About WACHS

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is Australia’s largest country health system and one of the biggest globally, delivering care to more than 500,000 people including over 50,000 Aboriginal people, across a vast area of 2.5 million square kilometres.

We’re committed to providing safe, high-quality and efficient health services to communities across Western Australia—supported by strong governance and accountability to government and health leadership.

Innovation is at the heart of our approach. The WACHS Command Centre is a 24/7 virtual clinical hub that connects regional clinicians with emergency telehealth, specialist advice, and real-time patient monitoring, bringing world-class care closer to home.

We’re proud of the difference we make every day. Read how we reached 5,000 patient stories through Care Opinion—a reflection of the compassion and professionalism of our teams.

We also champion diversity and inclusion, with initiatives that support employment and mentoring opportunities for all. Learn more at wacountry.health.wa.gov.au.

Employee Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary, WACHS offers a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth and work-life balance (in line with operational requirements):

• Generous salary packaging options - including your mortgage (including the ability to salary package your mortgage!)
• Professional development and study leave opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances

Further Job Related Information

If you would like to have a chat and find out more about this opportunity, you are encouraged to initially contact John Quinn, Chief Operating Officer on 08 6372 2348.

For queries about the selection process please contact Eunice Aung, Senior Talent

Acquisition Partner on 0458 833 110.

Selection Criteria: Please see the Job Description Form available at jobs.health.wa.gov.au.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online by clicking on the Apply button or apply via jobs.health.wa.gov.au.