• System-Wide Influence – Play a central role in shaping the medical workforce strategy
• Executive-Level Collaboration – Partner with senior leaders to drive workforce planning, growth and innovation
• Wellbeing & Culture Leadership – Lead initiatives that prioritises the wellbeing, engagement & retention of medical staff
• Permanent full time position that offers flexibility
• Salary Range: $122k - $156k per annum

Who We Are and What We Stand For

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care. To realise this vision we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others. In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.

What You Will Be Doing

We're seeking a dynamic Director, Medical Workforce Unit to drive excellence in the recruitment, coordination and support of our junior and senior medical and dental teams. This pivotal role will oversee day-to-day operations while delivering innovative workforce solutions that align with Peninsula Health’s strategy. From credentialing to policy, wellbeing to workforce growth — your leadership will influence the heart of healthcare delivery.

Applicants from a variety of professional fields are encouraged to apply, including but not limited to, nursing, allied health and other health related disciplines.

To view the full position description, including selection criteria and key responsibilities, please use the following link: Position Description

In this critical leadership role, you will:

• Drive the design and implementation of a centralised medical workforce model that delivers more responsive and future-proof workforce solutions
• Provide expert leadership in workforce planning, medical recruitment, policy, and governance
• Build and lead a high-performing team, empowering staff to thrive through transformation

What You Need

• Qualifications in healthcare management, human resources, or a related field.
• Proven ability to lead and manage change initiatives, enhancing workforce efficiency and effectiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex workforce challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a diverse team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Proven track record of strategic thinking and decision-making that drives organisational success.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Commitment to living organisational values and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience in managing complex projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and clinical strategies.

We are looking for a leader who is: 

• Emotional intelligence (includes self-care and self-awareness) - Establishes and sustains trusting relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others’ emotions and behaviours; uses insights to effectively manage own responses; includes a holistic approach to emotional intelligence that includes self-care and self-awareness.
• Encouraging problem solving and operational decision making - encourages team members to secure and compare information from multiple sources to identify business issues; and to commit to an action after weighing alternative solutions against important decision criteria.
• Building and maintaining trusting relationships and partnerships - cultivates and sustains trust-based relationships and partnerships through transparent communication, integrity and mutual respect, fostering enduring collaboration and shared success.
• Managing accountability and performance - Actively manages poor performance in the moment and through formal processes creating a culture of accountability.
• Aligning performance for success (including goal setting and planning) people, operations, values - translates strategic priorities into operational reality; focuses and guides others in achieving work objectives.
• Leading transformational change and innovation - Inspires vision and empowers innovation and transformational change
• Strategic thinking and driving for results - takes decisive action to set long term objectives to achieve sustainable actions, aligned with the organisation’s strategy and values.

What Next

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact The People Experience Team (03) 9784 2700, option 1.

For role specific information contact Brooke Maguinness on bmaguinness@phcn.vic.gov.au

The role ceases advertising on Thursday 12th June 2025

Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Additional Requirements

Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/ 

*Please refer to Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.

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