Associate Director Radio Technologies and Telecommunications

Join NSW Ambulance and play a leading role in delivering digital health initiatives that directly support emergency response and patient care across NSW.


Position Title: Associate Director, Radio Technologies and Telecommunications
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary Range: $173,345 - $193,906 per annum + 12% super and benefits (Health Mgr lvl 5)
Location: NSW Ambulance State Operations Centre, Sydney Olympic Park
Application Close: Midnight on 18 December 2026


About the Opportunity

The Associate Director Radio Technologies and Telecommunications is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring NSW Ambulance's radio and telecommunications networks remain reliable, modern and fit for purpose across the state.
You will oversee radio maintenance programs, project delivery, governance, risk management, procurement and vendor performance. Working closely with internal executives and the NSW Telco Authority, you will develop strategic work programs, lead business cases and funding submissions, and ensure all radio and telecommunications initiatives support operational readiness.
You will also lead a team of technical and project specialists to deliver high-quality outcomes that directly support frontline emergency services.


About You

You're an experienced leader in radio technologies, telecommunications or complex technical programs. You bring strong project management capability, excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to deliver structured, reliable and sustainable outcomes in fast-paced environments.
You excel at building relationships, solving complex technical challenges and guiding diverse teams. Your communication skills allow you to influence, collaborate and align multiple stakeholders toward shared goals.

You'll bring:

Experience in radio technologies, telecommunications or technical program management
Strong project governance, planning, procurement and contract management skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Demonstrated leadership of technical/project teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Ability to manage competing priorities in a critical operational environment

What's on Offer

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with one paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) each month, an additional public holiday, and a variety of leave options.
Generous salary packaging options to increase your take home pay + novated leasing
Flexible Work Agreements may be negotiated
Modern, purpose-built workspace with excellent transport connection and an array of cafes, restaurants and amenities in the vicinity.
Career growth opportunities within one of Australia's largest and most innovative public sector health organisations.