ICT Project Manager - Digital Health Facilities

Drive ICT Excellence in Healthcare Redevelopment!

Remuneration: $127,150 – $144,444 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – Until December 2026

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Negotiable within Tamworth, Manning or Charlestown - Based on Site

Requisition ID: REQ576170

Closing Date: Wednesday the 28th of March

Why Join Us?

We're looking for a hands-on leader with practical, on-the-ground experience to drive transformational ICT change in healthcare. This role is location-negotiable, but must be based within the Hunter New England Local Health District—specifically Tamworth, Manning or Charlestown. As this is a key leadership position, working on-site is essential to the role’s success.

Join a supportive team that is driving the force behind digital smart solutions for one of the biggest employers in the district!

Benefit From

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations:

• Sustainable Healthcare initiatives with a focus on continuous improvement
• Monthly Allocated Days Off for better work-life balance
• 4 weeks annual leave and paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• Salary packaging options up to $11,600 + novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for discounted gym memberships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family well-being
• Opportunity to collaborate with a range of clinical and non-clinical professionals
  
  

About The Role

As a strategic and operational leader, you’ll oversee the design and implementation of ICT systems for major health redevelopment projects throughout the District. This role is hands-on and site-focused you’ll need to regularly travel across the region and be embedded in the environments you're supporting.

You Will

• Develop and deliver ICT strategies across ‘greenfield’ and existing facility projects
• Build governance frameworks and define business and technical requirements
• Liaise closely with senior leadership and project teams to ensure delivery milestones are met
• Manage complex stakeholder relationships and high-value vendor partnerships
  
  

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a practical, results-driven professional with hands-on experience delivering complex ICT infrastructure projects—think networks, servers, telecommunications, and site readiness. A background in health or government settings is highly regarded.

Learn more about the role here: Position Description

For role related queries or questions contact Jo-Anne Frost on [email protected]

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.

Please contact [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
  
  

This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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