As Principal Project Manager, you will manage medium to large-scale Information and Communication Technology (ICT) projects, specifically related to network infrastructure, within a clinical hospital environment. You will ensure successful completion within agreed performance criteria to enable enhanced service delivery.

Job details

This role is located within the Infrastructure Maintenance Program, which is undertaking large scale and critical infrastructure remediation at hospitals and health facilities throughout the state.

• We are a fast-paced, results-driven team striving for continuous improvement in project governance and delivery.
• This is your opportunity to join a team focused on people first and building positive partnerships across the system.

The role: 

As a Principal Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the initiation, planning and successful completion of ICT projects in line with Queensland Health project management methodologies. Potentially managing several in-flight projects simultaneously, you will deliver successful projects within agreed timeframes, budget, and quality standards.

This role will be required to deploy ICT infrastructure and associated services to existing health care facilities, managing the effective transition of ICT services while ensuring patient care is not disrupted.

You will ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and comply with Queensland Health strategies, architecture, and best practice guidelines.

You will ensure performance against project plans and budgets is met. Additionally, you will enable informed decision making on project issues by developing timely and relevant written submissions, briefs, presentations, and information papers for project stakeholders.

Is this the opportunity for you?

We are seeking candidates with high level leadership skills and the ability to translate business requirements into achievable deliverables. To be successful in this role, you will have extensive experience in the delivery of IM/ICT projects, preferably in the health care industry. You will possess a high level of expertise and knowledge of appropriate project management methodologies, preferably PRINCE2, and the ability to provide expert advice on the use of appropriate project management techniques, methodologies, and tools.

An understanding of the operational environment within hospitals and the role that ICT plays to support them is desirable.

Demonstrated experience in the implementation, integration and migration of ICT infrastructure and telecommunications services (e.g., WAN, LAN, Data Centre, Unified Communications etc.), in association with building construction, will be highly regarded.

Proven experience in the configuration, testing and deployment of applications and system integration in health care facilities is desirable.

You will require high level interpersonal, negotiation, consultation, and communication skills to create a strong client focus. Proven ability to lead and manage multiple multi-disciplinary project teams will be an essential requirement in this role. To be successful in this role you will utilise your abilities to work in a team environment and develop effective working relationships with stakeholders.

Statewide travel is a requirement of this role. A class C driver's license is essential.

About eHealth Queensland is one of the largest Information Communication Technology operations in the state. It is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of information systems and technologies so that Queensland Health employees and health providers have access to information that supports the delivery of health care.

Benefits of working with eHealth Queensland:

By joining eHealth Queensland, you will work within a fast-paced, challenging, and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success.

You will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

To apply for this exciting opportunity, submit your resume and a short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant for the role, taking into account the key responsibilities and attributes noted in the ‘How you will be assessed' section of the role description. 

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.

• Principal Project Manager RD (PDF, 166KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant pack (PDF, 7.67MB)
  Application Kit