Job Description:

Better and fairer care.  Always.

St Vincent's has been a leader in Australia's health and aged care landscape for more than 165 years. Since our founders, the Sisters of Charity, opened our first hospital in 1857, our services and nearly 30,000 people have been behind some of Australia's most important medical breakthroughs. We are a microcosm of Australia’s health and aged care system and are uniquely positioned to lead and respond to our rapidly changing environment.

We are looking for a special kind of person - a St Vincent’s kind of person. Someone who puts excellence, compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do. 

We are actively sourcing an experienced Project Manager to join our Digital & Technology (D&T) Network Modernisation Project Team in St Vincent’s Health Australia. Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, you will take a proactive approach to problems as you are responsible for managing all phases of projects assigned to you from project invest phase to project closure. You will manage stakeholders and output of the project by external vendors, contractors and employees within the D&T Team as well as managing the procurement process, delivery and vendor relationships.

This position is available now on a Fixed Term Full Time contract until December 2026 and can be based in our Group Head Office in either Sydney (preferred) or Brisbane.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Plan and manage the delivery of assigned projects in accordance with SVHA standard practices, processes, and templates for managing projects consistently and efficiently, to reduce project related risk and costs
• In conjunction with the Portfolio Programme Delivery Manager, ensure that projects are carried out with the appropriate SVHA methodology and governance to help deliver successful projects on time
• Maintain effective relationships and provide regular updates to the Project Executive and the business owners on assigned project progress
• Engage, connect, and manage project stakeholders so that project(s) can benefit from synergies and economies of scale thus reducing implementation
• Govern and lead Project Executive so that they are empowered in their decision making over project execution to ensure that cost-effective activities are supported and delivered
• Ensure appropriate project reporting is collected and available to Divisional D&T Executive Committees
• Deliver and maintain a detailed business case(s) to propose appropriate changes to projects and/or processes as well as develop project implementation plan(s)
• Ensure project spend against scope is controlled and managed effectively

Things that work for us:

• Proven success delivering large scale projects in a similar, large and complex organisation – preferably within Healthcare sector
• A solution driven individual with a solid understanding of Business Case preparation through to delivery of technical solutions
• Exceptional presentation, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrated track record in applying Project Management principles, methodologies and tools
• Ability to collaborate, guide and support on multiple priorities simultaneously and seamlessly while maintaining attention to detail in a high pressure environment

Things that work for you:

• Ability to visibly see your impact on the business and its service
• Competitive salary packaging options
• Discounted private health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
• Access to the Fitness Passport (FP)

At St Vincent’s we value inclusivity and diversity and acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, fair and impartial and invites people from all backgrounds to join us.

Pre-Employment Checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

Equal Opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

How To Apply

Please submit your application via the Apply button, include your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability.

Respectfully, no recruitment agencies.

Closing Date:

7 August 2025 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 https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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