Chief Operations Officer, Technology & Transformation
HSE Workplace Health & Wellbeing
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Job Description
Chief Operations Officer, Technology & Transformation
This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Reference: NRS15298
Category: Management/Admin/ICT
Grade: National Director - Assistant (Support) 0508
Advertisement source: HSE
Advertisement Type: External
HSE Team: Technology and Transformation
Counties: Sligo, Offaly, Meath, Louth, Limerick, Leitrim, Kerry, Galway, Dublin, Cork, Kilkenny
Location
Technology & Transformation currently has a number of offices throughout Ireland, and it is expected that the successful candidate will work from one of these digital hubs:
- Dr. Steevens’ Hospital, Dublin
- Bective Street, Kells, Meath
- Feehily’s Business Centre, Duck Street, Sligo
- Aras Slainte Chluainin, Manorhamilton, Leitrim
- Áras Sláinte, Wilton Road, Cork
- Dublin Road, Lacken, Kilkenny
- Merlin Park Hospital, Galway
- 98 Henry Street, Limerick
- Scott Building Midlands Regional Hospital, Arden Road, Tullamore, Offaly
- Southgate Shopping Centre, Colpe Cross, Drogheda, Meath
- University Hospital Kerry, Tralee, Kerry
- Hale Street, Ardee, Louth
The Line Manager is open to engagement as regards the expected level of on-site attendance at the above base(s), in the context of the requirements of this role and the HSE’s Blended Working Policy.
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Chief Operations Officer, Technology & Transformation, Assistant National Director from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.
Recruitment Information
Recruiter: National
Contract type: Permanent Part-time, Permanent Wholetime, Specified Purpose Part-time, Specified Purpose Wholetime
Post Specific Related Information
Please ensure you download, save, and read the Job Specification, Additional Campaign Information, as well as the Application Form. All of these documents are located at the bottom of this advertisement. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification before completing your application form. Full details on this campaign plus the answers to many queries such as: “Am I eligible to apply?” “Where are the posts”, “If I apply what happens next?” are available in the document Additional Campaign Information NRS15298 for this recruitment campaign. We strongly recommend that you read the information in this document carefully before making an application. Take time to read through the various sections, which take you through the process from beginning to end.
Important Dates
Closing date: 30/03/2026 15:00:00
Proposed interview date: Interview dates will be agreed at a later date. Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Application Details
Submit your application form via email only to recruitmanagement@hse.ie, using the subject line NRS15298 Chief Operations Officer, Technology & Transformation. Email applications will receive a response within 2 working days. If you have not received an email response within 5 working days, please contact the NRS via email to recruitmanagement@hse.ie to verify that your email has been received.
Informal Enquiries
Joyce Shaw, Chief of Staff
Email: joyce.shaw@hse.ie
Related Files
- Additional Campaign Information (DOC, 79KB)
- Application Form (DOC, 94KB)
- Job Specification (DOC, 83KB)
Key Skills/Competency
- Operations Management
- Digital Transformation
- Strategic Leadership
- ICT Governance
- Program Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Service Delivery Optimization
- Change Management
- Resource Allocation
- Public Sector Experience
How to Get Hired at HSE Workplace Health & Wellbeing
- Research HSE Workplace Health & Wellbeing's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume for Chief Operations Officer, Technology & Transformation: Highlight experience in digital transformation, operational leadership, and public sector ICT initiatives.
- Prepare for competency-based interviews: Practice STAR method responses demonstrating leadership, strategic thinking, and project management skills relevant to healthcare technology.
- Network within the HSE: Connect with professionals on LinkedIn working in technology, transformation, or operations to gain insights and demonstrate proactive engagement.
- Review all campaign documents thoroughly: Download and meticulously read the Job Specification and Additional Campaign Information for specific eligibility and application guidance.
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