Senior Director (Technology Operations)
About the role
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Senior Director (Technology Operations) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Lead the Technology Operations team supporting the delivery of core front line ICT technologies, applications, and services
Manage the planning, development, and implementation of digital, information and data services strategies
Engage and influence organisational priorities to deliver the digital strategy that underpins GCHHS's digital healthcare journey
Partner with stakeholders and lead Technology Operations in the delivery of digital transformation initiatives
Responsible for the management of strategic risk as it relates to information technology
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Highly desirable: Possession of a bachelor's degree in a clinical digital specialty, information technology, or a related field tertiary qualification or equivalent eligibility
Highly desirable: Minimum five years of experience in a hospital setting; with at least three years in a complex tertiary referral health care system
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $179,569 - $193,698 per annum
About Us
The Digital Health and Innovation (DHI) division has been established to drive significant service improvements and digital transformation opportunities, in alignment with the strategic objectives outlined in the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Services (GCHHS) Strategic Plan 2028.
The DHI portfolio consists of interconnected functional business units and teams, including Portfolio and Project Delivery, Digital Experience, Technology Operations, Health Information and Digital Security and Architecture.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 6 August 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC688698
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
Compensation
This Operations role pays $180k-$194k/yr. Within typical range for operations roles in Australia.
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