Looking to take the next step in your career? Eager to expand your skills and thrive in a new, fast-paced environment? We are looking for a Principal Technology Officer to provide high level technical decision, support and advice to maintain defined enterprise service levels in one or more technology domains.

Job details

In this role, you will focus on delivering and sustaining critical information services and innovative technology solutions to support delivery of healthcare services for Queenslanders. 

What you'll do

• Support the installation and configuration of software, hardware and/or equipment, and test specific versions of one or more of these products.
• Build, document and implement technical solutions within best practice IM/ICT design and delivery frameworks.
• Provision of sound advice and recommendations regarding technical specialisms and their application.
• Utilise appropriate design standards, methods and tools, consistent with agreed enterprise and solution architectures.
• Support the assessment, analysis, development, documentation and implementation planning of IM/ICT changes, including the evaluation of risks to the integrity of specific infrastructure components in proposed implementations.

About you

We are searching for someone with:

• Demonstrated ability or the ability to quickly learn eHealth Queensland's ITIL Service Management processes, primarily incident / problem / change / configuration management. (SFIA: USUP Level 3, PBMG Level 4, CHMG Level 3, CFMG Level 3, TEST Level 2)
• High level understanding and technical skills in one or more of the following:
  • Windows 10, Windows 11
  • Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager
  • Directory Services (Microsoft Active Directory and Novell eDirectory)
  • Active Directory Group Policy administration and configuration
  • Application packaging (MSI, application virtualisation, scripting technologies)
  • Enterprise printing solutions (Novell iPrint)
• Demonstrated high level technical expertise evidenced by the ability to provide professional support, advice and solutions. (SFIA: ITOP Level 4)

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.

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.

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 such as temporary, full time or part time. 

Documents

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

• QLD649080 Principal Technology Officer RD (PDF, 257KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Pack - July 2025 (PDF, 911KB)
  Application Kit