Executive Director Rural Services

The Position

This is a rare opportunity to exercise significant delegated authority to solve complex workforce and service access challenges, all while being supported by an executive cohort that values integrity and professional growth.

Leading a dedicated workforce of approximately 500 FTE and managing an operating budget of $120 million, you will have the resources and authority to drive genuine systemic change.

Provide executive leadership for rural services, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, and accessible care across all settings.

Achieve activity, access, quality, and financial targets within a complex, resource-constrained environment.

Lead workforce strategy, recruitment, and deployment to ensure sustainable service delivery across geographically dispersed locations.

Partner within a matrix leadership structure to support coordinated decision-making and optimized system performance.

Standardize models of care and operational processes to ensure clinical safety and consistency across all rural sites.

Maintain a visible leadership presence across facilities to strengthen organizational culture and engage with local communities.

Health Service

Central Queensland Health, deliver public healthcare across regional, rural, and remote communities through a network of hospitals, multipurpose health services, and aged care facilities. 

The team of more than 4,500 people is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities every day.

They offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can contribute to meaningful outcomes for the Central Queensland community.

The Location

Central Queensland boasts a diverse series of stunning landscapes. Explore its outback plains, national parks & reef islands. 

Criteria

• Have substantial senior executive experience managing large, complex, and geographically dispersed service environments.
• A proven track record of delivering performance, managing significant budgets, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrate deep expertise in rural or remote service delivery, including workforce sustainability and service integration
• Hold high-level business acumen with the ability to align resources to community demand and system priorities.
• Have a values-led leadership style, fostering a positive culture through visible engagement and accountability.
• Ideally hold relevant tertiary qualifications in health, business, management, finance or a related discipline.

The Package

Total remuneration value of up to $284,962 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary between $202,404 - $220,983 p.a.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading
• Executive Motor Vehicle Allowance

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

For further information, please send your most up to date CV to Kirsty MacIsaac by selecting the 'Apply' button below, or please call a member of our permanent team in London on +44 (0) 333 444 2000 or in Australia on 1300 900 100.

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