Director, Project Management Office (PMO) Lead

Shape the Future of Healthcare Infrastructure in South Australia.

Overview:

The Department for Health and Wellbeing (DHW) is an administrative unit under the Public Sector Act 2009 with responsibility for setting strategic direction and statewide policy, as well as the performance of the public health system through high-level system direction and performance management.

SA Health is how we describe the public health system as a whole. It includes the Department, ten Local Health Networks, and Statewide Clinical Support Services, SA Ambulance Service, SA Dental Service, Prison Health, and Drug and Alcohol Services SA.

SA Health is committed to delivering a comprehensive and sustainable health system to enhance the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities. Through the initiatives of the SA Health and Wellbeing Strategy, SA Health aims to refocus energy on maintaining good health through prevention, promotion, and early intervention plans.

The opportunity:

A rare opportunity has emerged for an accomplished executive to contribute to one of South Australia’s most significant healthcare infrastructure projects: the New Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide. As the project progresses into its next critical phase, this role has been designed to further enhance its delivery, building on the strong foundations already established. It offers a unique chance to help shape the future of health services while working within a values-driven public sector environment that champions integrity, accountability, and inclusivity.

As the Director, Project Management Office (PMO) Lead, you will oversee the strategic direction and operational delivery of this high-profile capital project. Collaborating with senior government executives and external partners, you will ensure robust governance frameworks, seamless stakeholder engagement, and best-practice project management standards are embedded throughout every stage of delivery. This is a career-defining opportunity to drive transformative outcomes for the community while leading a dedicated team in a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Direct the PMO’s operations to deliver on key milestones, ensuring alignment with governance frameworks and corporate objectives.
• Strategic Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison to foster strong, collaborative relationships across multi-faceted internal and external stakeholders ensuring alignment, clear communication, and seamless coordination to drive timely decision-making.
• Governance & Risk Management: Implement standardised systems and processes that promote continuous quality improvement while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Team Development: Foster a positive team culture by mentoring staff, assessing capacity requirements, and aligning resources with project timelines.
• Project Oversight: Manage reporting, cost controls, document control practices, communications strategies, and assurance activities to maintain transparency and accountability.
• Performance Monitoring: Provide expert advice to senior leaders on progress against milestones, lessons learned, scope changes, and benefits realisation.

Key Requirements:

• Leadership in Complex Projects: Extensive experience leading large-scale capital projects, particularly within specialised delivery agencies or high-pressure environments involving significant expenditure and risk.
• Strategic Team Management: Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and alignment toward shared objectives while navigating periods of change.
• Governance Expertise: Advanced knowledge of project governance frameworks, risk management practices, and continuous improvement methodologies to ensure compliance and accountability.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build trustful relationships across government and private sectors, influence stakeholders through consultative approaches, and negotiate effectively.
• Operational Excellence: Demonstrated expertise in aligning business systems and processes with strategic objectives, managing competing priorities, and delivering outcomes within defined timelines.

By joining this transformative initiative, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare infrastructure while enjoying the support of a collaborative network spanning multiple agencies.

Applications close Friday, 20th November 2026.

To apply, please click "Apply" or contact Ella Morgan directly on 08 8216 3553 or ella.morgan@robertwalters.com.au for a confidential discussion.