Lead the development and implementation of large scale and complex technical solutions and provide expert technical advice whilst ensuring alignment with contemporary Information Management (IM)/Information Communication Technology (ICT) frameworks.

Job details

The successful candidate will oversee and lead ICT technical implementations within a project management framework across multiple complex and diverse Queensland Health change programs and initiatives based on clients' business and technical requirements.

Role responsibilities:

• Provide high level input and advice to the Manager Design Team on infrastructure development planning to ensure that service delivery meets future client demands.
• Work closely with other Design, Project, Operations and Architecture Office staff to manage collaborative relationships and consultations with senior stakeholders across Queensland Health and external technology vendors to develop, implement and integrate required changes to architecture, design and management of ICT infrastructure.
• Lead the continual development and improvement of technical designs and solution architectures and ensure strategic alignment to enterprise-wide business and ICT architectures within the whole of Queensland Health.

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under ‘Key Responsibilities', the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated ability in designing, configuring and documenting enterprise systems with experience in some or all of the following hardware and software: Health Level Seven (HL7) based clinical system Interfacing, including messaging, Microsoft server and SQL, Citrix, VMware, Netware, Solaris, Oracle, various desktop applications and utilities. (SFIA: DESN 5)
• Extensive experience, including exposure to industry certifications, such as Health Level Seven (HL7) Certification / Implementation, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Certified Network Engineer (CNE) and Certified Citrix Administrator (CCA) (SFIA: TECH 6)
• Knowledge of the ITIL Service Management and Service Delivery methodology, the PRINCE2 Project methodology and utilising conceptual and analytical skills, respond to complex client business requirements (SFIA: METL 5)

Specific Working Conditions:

• This position will be required to work at different sites.
• Whilst not mandatory, professional and tertiary level qualifications and HL7 certification highly desirable.
• This role will require to be part of on-call arrangements.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• 38 hour full time work week
• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant pack (PDF, 7.67MB)
  Application Kit
  
  Principal Technical Specialist RD (PDF, 178KB)
  Role Description