Technical Lead
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5
Remuneration: $166,678 - $186,448, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 40
Requisition ID: REQ572054
Closing Date: Thursday 5 June 2025 (11:59PM)
Join our Enterprise Data Governance Enablement team in the Office of the Secretary at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
About the role:
Are you a results-oriented professional who thrives in agile environments and embraces continuous improvement? Can you work seamlessly across technical and non-technical teams, iterating quickly to deliver meaningful outcomes? Do you excel at translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders? If you're passionate about shaping how data is governed and used to create real impact across NSW Health, this is your opportunity to join the Enterprise Data Governance Enablement team in a pivotal role that bridges people, processes, and technology.
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Health Manager level 5, starting salary from $166,678 - $186,448 plus Super, with a 40-hour work week.
What you’ll be doing
- Provide subject matter expertise to support the planning and implementation of the Enterprise Data Governance Enablement team initiatives, including supporting the roll-out of the NSW Health Data and Analytics Strategy.
- Lead the development of practical, fit-for-purpose resources, such as frameworks and guidance, to ensure data across NSW Health is governed responsibly throughout its lifecycle and accessible through well-defined and effective controls and guardrails.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders, including eHealth NSW, to architect, design, and manage integrated IT solutions that enhance enterprise data governance and data access capabilities.
- Evaluate technical solutions and assess compliance with enterprise data governance guidelines, policies, and frameworks.
- Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to align initiatives, resolve challenges, and drive meaningful outcomes.
About you:
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience in the development of technical solutions to address organisational priorities.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with data projects in relation to complex health system programs, ideally with knowledge and experience in cloud concepts and terminology.
- Strategic thinking capability, able to understand complex challenges and programs and to apply problem-solving and analytical skills to address and provide solutions to systems integration, monitoring and evaluation challenges.
- Proven track record of contributing to and implementing significant initiatives, including the implementation of continuous improvement and delivering positive outcomes under tight timelines and competing priorities.
- Highly developed interpersonal, consultation, facilitation and negotiation skills and demonstrated capacity to broker effective IT system and solutions with a diverse range of internal and external key stakeholders.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 2 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) that includes a response to the two target questions.
Target Questions
- Describe a situation where you led or contributed to a data project in a complex environment. What role did technology play in enabling or challenging the project? What were the key challenges you encountered, and how did you address them? What was the outcome?
- Provide an example of a time you delivered a data governance initiative or contributed to improving data governance in a complex environment. How did you ensure its success, particularly under tight timelines or competing priorities, and what was the outcome?
For role related queries or questions contact Emma Heeley on emma.heeley@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ572054.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Rebecca Chan on rebecca,chan3@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Thursday 5 June 2025 (11:59PM)
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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 of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, 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.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of merit-based techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
Applications Close: Thursday 5 June 2025 (11:59PM)
