Chief Technology Officer

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NSW - Sydney, CBD, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs

VIC - Melbourne, CBD & Inner Suburbs

QLD - Brisbane, CBD & Inner Suburbstime type

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JR136949Job Description:

Permanent Full-Time

Senior Executive Position within Leading Healthcare OrganisationLead Technological Transformation within Digital & Technology ServicesFlexibility to be based in Sydney, Melbourne or BrisbaneWe draw on the talents of our people and collaborate with others who share our vision and values to continue the pioneering spirit of Mary Aikenhead and the Sisters of Charity. We are committed to providing compassionate and innovative care, enabling hope for those we serve.We are actively sourcing an experienced

Chief Technology Officer

to join our D&T Team in St Vincent’s Health Australia (SVHA) to lead and drive technological transformation of our national healthcare service organisation, encompassing both hospitals and aged care facilities.Reporting to the Group Chief Digital Officer, you will use your creativity and expertise to develop and execute a comprehensive technology roadmap that drives modernization, operational excellence, and improved patient and resident care delivery.Seeking an enthusiastic leader with strong technology service delivery experience within a healthcare IT setting. You will have exceptional project-management, continuous improvement, and stakeholder management skills to share and further refine within our organisation.Key responsibilities of the role:Lead delivery of the organisation's technology roadmap and investment plan in alignment with St Vincents Strategy 2030, focusing on enhancing service excellence & delivering connected care.Champion the adoption of best practice methodologies, with a focus on ITIL transition for customer-centric service management and deliveryLead major incident best practice preparedness and response in partnership with the business and external stakeholders.Lead an infrastructure modernisation program, including vendor management and integrated service deliveryLead a technology rationalization initiative aimed at standardization and simplification of the IT landscapeCo-lead the D&T customer experience, including front-end and integrated service delivery across D&T, decentralised IT and outsourced IT functions.Lead end-to-end incident and problem management, including responsibility for Major Incident Response and associated policies, procedures, and continuous improvement.Own the entire lifecycle of core IT infrastructure, encompassing networks, infrastructure, telephony, and end-user computing.Manage and deliver IT business cases and projects effectivelyLead the setting, delivery and improvement of D&T Service Level AgreementsParticipate in accreditation and risk management activitiesLead a team of senior direct reports and collaborate with

internal and external stakeholdersThings that work for us:Significant experience in a healthcare IT or analogous sectors, with a proven and successful track record in managing technology service delivery, incident management, technology infrastructure and continuous improvement.Experience in leading transitions from legacy to ITIL ways of workingIn-depth understanding of product management principles and methodologies.Experience leading and implementing agile development frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).Strong project management skills with a focus on project delivery and execution.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across all levels of the organization.Demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Commercial awareness and track record of vendor management best practices.Experience with healthcare information security and compliance will be highly regardedBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Clinical Healthcare or a related field (Master's degree a plus).Current 2024 Flu Vaccine (or willingness to receive) and a minimum of two (2) COVID-19 Vaccinations – mandatoryThings that work for you:Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its serviceOpportunity to be part of a dynamic leadership teamCompetitive salary packaging optionsDiscounted private health insuranceEmployee Assistance Program for staff and their familiesAccess to the Fitness Passport (FP)Why become part of St Vincent’s Health Australia

Because there is so much heart here. Everywhere you go. You’ll see and feel it across St Vincent’s. At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring St Vincent’s family – better and fairer care, always.Reconciliation Action Plan

As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit

position is subject to Commonwealth and State government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements.Interested? Apply online today and please note - we will be progressing applications throughout the advertising period.Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:

Job Description:

Permanent Full-Time

Senior Executive Position within Leading Healthcare Organisation

Lead Technological Transformation within Digital & Technology Services

Flexibility to be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane

We draw on the talents of our people and collaborate with others who share our vision and values to continue the pioneering spirit of Mary Aikenhead and the Sisters of Charity. We are committed to providing compassionate and innovative care, enabling hope for those we serve.We are actively sourcing an experienced

Chief Technology Officer

to join our D&T Team in St Vincent’s Health Australia (SVHA) to lead and drive technological transformation of our national healthcare service organisation, encompassing both hospitals and aged care facilities.Reporting to the Group Chief Digital Officer, you will use your creativity and expertise to develop and execute a comprehensive technology roadmap that drives modernization, operational excellence, and improved patient and resident care delivery.Seeking an enthusiastic leader with strong technology service delivery experience within a healthcare IT setting. You will have exceptional project-management, continuous improvement, and stakeholder management skills to share and further refine within our organisation.Key responsibilities of the role:Lead delivery of the organisation's technology roadmap and investment plan in alignment with St Vincents Strategy 2030, focusing on enhancing service excellence & delivering connected care.

Champion the adoption of best practice methodologies, with a focus on ITIL transition for customer-centric service management and delivery

Lead major incident best practice preparedness and response in partnership with the business and external stakeholders.

Lead an infrastructure modernisation program, including vendor management and integrated service delivery

Lead a technology rationalization initiative aimed at standardization and simplification of the IT landscape

Co-lead the D&T customer experience, including front-end and integrated service delivery across D&T, decentralised IT and outsourced IT functions.

Lead end-to-end incident and problem management, including responsibility for Major Incident Response and associated policies, procedures, and continuous improvement.

Own the entire lifecycle of core IT infrastructure, encompassing networks, infrastructure, telephony, and end-user computing.

Manage and deliver IT business cases and projects effectively

Lead the setting, delivery and improvement of D&T Service Level Agreements

Participate in accreditation and risk management activities

Lead a team of senior direct reports and collaborate with

internal and external stakeholders

Things that work for us:Significant experience in a healthcare IT or analogous sectors, with a proven and successful track record in managing technology service delivery, incident management, technology infrastructure and continuous improvement.

Experience in leading transitions from legacy to ITIL ways of working

In-depth understanding of product management principles and methodologies.

Experience leading and implementing agile development frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).

Strong project management skills with a focus on project delivery and execution.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Commercial awareness and track record of vendor management best practices.

Experience with healthcare information security and compliance will be highly regarded

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Clinical Healthcare or a related field (Master's degree a plus).

Current 2024 Flu Vaccine (or willingness to receive) and a minimum of two (2) COVID-19 Vaccinations – mandatory

Things that work for you:Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service

Opportunity to be part of a dynamic leadership team

Competitive salary packaging options

Discounted private health insurance

Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families

Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)

Why become part of St Vincent’s Health Australia

Because there is so much heart here. Everywhere you go. You’ll see and feel it across St Vincent’s. At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcome, safe, fair and impartial and invite people from all backgrounds to join our caring St Vincent’s family – better and fairer care, always.Reconciliation Action Plan

As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit

position is subject to Commonwealth and State government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements.Interested? Apply online today and please note - we will be progressing applications throughout the advertising period.For further information, please contact

, no agencies please.Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:

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Closing Date: 19 June 2024 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit get in contact at

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St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857.Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do.From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.

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