Director People

Employment Details Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Health Mgr Level 6Remuneration: $189,878 - $207,381 + SuperHours Per Week: 40Requisition ID: REQ Location Location: Broken Hill NSW We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door About the Organisation The Far West Local Health District (FWLHD) is a government funded health organisation providing care to a population of approximately 30,740 people. Bordering three states and covering an area of 194,949 square kilometres, FWLHD is the second largest NSW Local Health District in terms of geographic area and has nine facilities and an approximate budget of $130 million. About the Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced people and culture leader to join the Far West LHD, leading the strategic human resource direction across the district, through effective partnering with the Executive Team, Senior Management, and specialist functions within the district. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Director will be a critical appointment for the district with responsibility for planning, development, and implementation of People & Culture related activities, initiatives, and outcomes, both strategic and operational. You will work in close partnership with the broader Executive Management team providing high level strategic advice and direction and: Oversee the development and implementation of frameworks, initiatives and processes for the effective prevention and management of incidents or injuries Proactively manage and mitigate risk, and lead and monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of the workforce function’s service delivery and day to day operations Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders Implement sound governance practices, processes and systems Manage the ownership and submission of statutory and professional reporting requirements Develop, mentor and manage people within your portfolio. This is a pivotal leadership position within an evolving local health district; and an opportunity for a driven P&C leader to have an impact across this critical health service provider. About you For this appointment we are seeking an accomplished and well-rounded executive leader with a demonstrated track record of leading scalable organisational change across a geographically dispersed organisation. You will have experience converting best practice design into practical strategies that result in outcomes and impact for the communities served by district. You will be driven to elevate organisational development, transformation, talent acquisition and health and safety. The opportunity to lead strategic change management across all levels of the organisation will excite you greatly. Other key criteria for your success include: Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent relevant experience Experience at a senior level in the design, delivery, and management of integrated people and business transformation strategies and programs Experience managing complex industrial and workplace relations environments Knowledge and application of relevant legislative provisions and regulations governing public sector employment and related issues What is on offer 5 weeks annual leave Salary packaging (pay less tax), enjoy up to $9k for living expenses, $2.6k for meals and entertainment Novated Leasing Fitness Passport and EAP to maintain your health and wellbeing Professional development with support through advanced education & training to help you develop your career A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing About the Far West LHD The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community. Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare. About Broken Hill Often referred to as an “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs) The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability. With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés. How to apply To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible. Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent relevant experience. Experience at a senior level in the design, delivery, and management of integrated people and business transformation strategies and programs. Experience managing complex industrial and workplace relations environments and leading complex negotiations and stakeholder engagement strategies. Thorough knowledge and understanding of relevant legislative provisions and regulations governing public sector employment and related issues, in particular as they relate to the Health Services sector. Superior analytical skills including the ability to analyse and interpret complex information from numerous sources, prepare insightful advice, and deal with challenges creatively to achieve business focused people and culture solutions. Outstanding communication, engagement, negotiation, collaboration and influencing skills; with demonstrated capability to build, maintain and use relationships to successfully achieve business outcomes and to communicate and engage with purpose, insight and impact. Proven capacity to build a constructive workplace culture, keep a safe workplace, and lead and motivate a team, with a performance based, innovative, responsive and accountable customer service approach. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Mark Dykgraaf on Applications Close: 17th December 2025 The Welcome Experience The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.Learn more at Stepping Up The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit: Empower, listen and act together Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices. Equal Opportunity Statement At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr