The Team:

The Office of the Chief Executive forms part of Ambulance Tasmania within the Community, Mental Health, and Wellbeing portfolio of the Department of Health. The team provides high-level strategic, operational, and administrative support to the Chief Executive and the Executive Team to enable the effective delivery of ambulance services across Tasmania.

Working at the centre of the organisation, the Office of the Chief Executive collaborates closely with executive leadership, operational areas, clinical services, and corporate teams, as well as key external stakeholders including government agencies and community partners. The team plays a critical role in ensuring coordinated communication, high-quality advice, and effective governance processes that support Ambulance Tasmania to deliver safe, responsive, and patient-focused care to the Tasmanian community.

The team operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, requiring professionalism, discretion, and strong collaboration to manage competing priorities and sensitive matters. It contributes directly to organisational improvement, strategic initiatives, and the delivery of key priorities that enhance outcomes for patients, staff, and the broader community.

The Role:

The Manager – Office of the Chief Executive provides strategic leadership, coordination and expert support to the Chief Executive and Executive Team. The role is accountable for the delivery of high-quality briefings, ministerial and executive correspondence, reports, and advice, while ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the Office of the Chief Executive.

This position plays a central role in managing workflows, balancing competing priorities, and enabling the progression of strategic and operational initiatives across Ambulance Tasmania. Key responsibilities include undertaking research and analysis, preparing high level submissions and reports, and engaging with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders on complex and sensitive matters.

The Manager leads and supports priority projects, contributes to the design and implementation of policies and procedures, and provides advice on sensitive issues as required.

Working with a high degree of autonomy and discretion, the role requires well-developed leadership, communication, and problem-solving capabilities, alongside the ability to operate effectively within a complex organisational and political environment. The position supports continuous improvement, strengthens governance practices, and contributes to achieving Ambulance Tasmania’s strategic objectives and commitment to safe, high-quality, person-centred care.

You will need:

• Highly developed time management skills and a demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and effectively manage multiple projects, including the organisation of events and functions, in an environment of competing priorities and changing demands
• High-level resource management skills and experience and knowledge of contemporary management practice especially change management and best practice and the ability to monitor effectiveness and efficiency.
• High level interpersonal, communication, collaboration, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to represent Ambulance Tasmania and identify and negotiate mutually acceptable solutions in situations of differing interests, including the ability to work with external providers and/or non-government organisations.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Position Features: 

• Intrastate and Interstate travel will be required. 

Salary:

$150,796 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Ambulance Tasmania Agreement 2022.

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

Allowances:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Holds a Bachelor of Paramedic Science or other qualification relevant to leadership/management as approved by the Service
• Current Driver Licence

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in management or current studies being undertaken in this area

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

• Manager - Office of the Chief Executive MAN2B

Application Guide:  

• Applicant Guide

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

For more information

Email address: at.recruitment@ambulance.tas.gov.au

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.