Deputy Director, Campus Planning & Development

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Assistant Director, Campus Planning & Development to drive the vision of a vibrant, sustainable and future-ready hospital campus.

This role goes beyond traditional operations. It is an opportunity to shape how our campus engages the community, embeds sustainability at scale, and delivers innovative, patient-centric services. You will work closely with senior leadership to translate strategy into high-impact, measurable initiatives that advance organisational priorities and position Woodlands Hospital as a model for operational excellence and integrated care.

Why This Role Matters

As healthcare evolves, hospitals must serve not just as care providers, but as connected ecosystems that support community well-being, sustainability, and innovation.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee the planning, development, commissioning and operational readiness of the hospital expansion
• Lead the development of a vibrant campus that strengthens community partnerships and engagement
• Drive organisation-wide sustainability efforts aligned with ESG principles
• Influence and align multiple stakeholders to deliver integrated, scalable outcomes

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Development

• Develop and execute the hospital’s expansion project with strategy aligned with the hospital’s long-term vision and healthcare needs
• Serves as the hospital’s representative for all planning and construction matters and stakeholders engagement
• Lead user-group engagements for clinical and operational planning
• Monitor and manage project expenditures and value-engineering initiatives
• Integrate environmental sustainability principles into facility design and operations.

Shape a Vibrant and Connected Campus

• Set the strategic direction for community engagement and outreach initiatives
• Build and steward long-term partnerships across public, private and community sectors
• Design and deliver flagship programmes that strengthen public value and organisational brand
• Establish robust frameworks to measure impact and continuously improve initiatives

Drive Sustainability at Scale

• Lead the Sustainability Office, setting strategy, priorities and workplans
• Embed ESG principles into operations, procurement and programme design
• Oversee sustainability performance, reporting and external disclosures

Lead Strategy Execution and Governance

• Translate organisational priorities into actionable, measurable strategies across portfolios
• Establish governance frameworks, policies and KPIs to ensure alignment and compliance
• Advise senior leadership through insights, recommendations and strategic perspectives
• Oversee budget planning, resource allocation and cost optimisation

Enable Collaboration and Organisational Impact

• Engage and influence stakeholders across clinical, operations and corporate functions
• Support leadership communications, briefings and presentations
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to drive integrated outcomes

Develop High-Performing Teams

• Lead, mentor and develop teams across community engagemen & sustainability 
• Build organisational capability in sustainability, partnerships and service innovation
• Cultivate a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement

What You Bring

Experience and Expertise

• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. healthcare, sustainability, public health, hospitality, business)
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in healthcare, public sector or large integrated environments
• Proven track record in strategy development, programme delivery and stakeholder management

Capabilities

• Strategic and systems thinking with strong execution discipline
• Ability to lead across complex, multi-stakeholder environments
• Strong governance, operational and financial acumen
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at senior levels
• Analytical and outcome-driven approach to problem-solving

Attributes

• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for sustainability, community impact and service innovation

Additional Information

• Occasional weekend work may be required to support public engagement events