About the role: 

This position plays a key role in overseeing the development of technical requirements for infrastructure planning and delivery program. The role is responsible for establishing the required frameworks, processes and technical aspects impacting the long-term outcomes for maximising the asset whole-of-life and return on investment, providing technical leadership and authoritative  advice on asset requirements and implementation risks, ensuring the reliability, operational efficiency and the performance of the asset portfolio across the system is continuously improved. They will work in close collaboration with the wider team, the Client Office, delivery partners and health services. 

About us: 

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.  

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all. 

About you:

• You will have a strong technical understanding of health infrastructure projects, asset management, and engineering across multiple asset classes
• Expereinced in integrating new assets to operational facilities and systems.
  
• Strong influencing skills, collabortaing with multiple stakeholders to optimise health infrastructure performance over the long term.
• Tertiary qualified in engineering discipline, building services or equivalent technical degree.
• Possess a strong understanding of the Australian health system, including operational or project experience in hospital facilities, engineering or medical assets, 

What we offer: 

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: 

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. 

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au.