Project Manager CSSD

Project Manager – CSSD Compliance (Secondment)

West Gippsland Healthcare Group (WGHG)

Fixed Term Full Time

June 2026 until December 2026 (6 month project role)

Managers & Administrative Officers Grade 4 (HS4)

West Gippsland Healthcare Group is seeking a highly organised and analytical Project Manager to lead a six‑month project focused on CSSD compliance with Australian Standards for sterilisation services (AS 5369).

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Clinical Operations, this secondment role will deliver a comprehensive cost analysis and options assessment to determine sustainable pathways for compliance within the Central Sterilising Services Department (CSSD). The role is project-focused and will develop a robust business case to support executive decision‑making—without delivery of capital works.

Key Responsibilities

·         Lead and coordinate a defined project within a fixed six‑month timeframe

·         Conduct detailed cost analysis and evaluate compliance options

·         Identify, assess, and document risks and mitigation strategies

·         Interpret relevant standards, guidelines, and compliance requirements (AS 5369)

·         Engage and work collaboratively with key stakeholders across clinical and corporate teams

·         Deliver clear, evidence‑based recommendations and reporting

Key Selection Criteria

·         Proven project coordination and delivery capability

·         Strong analytical and financial evaluation skills

·         Excellent written and verbal communication

·         Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with key stakeholders

·         Effective stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary teams

·         High attention to detail and documentation accuracy

·         Sound problem-solving skills and judgement

Personal Attributes

·         Proactive, organised, and outcomes-focused

·         Professional, adaptable, and resilient under pressure

·         Able to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams

·         Strong commitment to accountability, collaboration, and quality outcomes

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-impact compliance project that will shape future service delivery and safety standards across WGHG.

IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.

About our organisation 

The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a customer focused health organisation providing acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, residential care and community health services to 45,000 people in the rural, urban residential, agricultural and industrial areas located within the Baw Baw Shire and beyond. The administrative headquarters are located at West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul, approximately 100kms east of Melbourne.

West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include: 

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development
• Access to employee assistance program
• Salary packaging
• Free Parking

Working with us 

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

Further details and how to apply

Further information is contained in the Position Description.  Applications are to be submitted by selecting 'Apply Now' and should include a current CV and cover letter. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Penny Woodward, Deputy Director Clinical Operations via email penny.woodward@wghg.com.au

Applications close: Sunday 14 June 2026 

As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.