Production Planner

• Christchurch – Christchurch Health Campus – Radiology Department
• Permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

Drive smarter planning, better outcomes, and improved patient care

Radiology at Waitaha is expanding, creating exciting opportunities for new roles that will shape the future of how imaging services are planned and delivered.

We are seeking a highly analytical and forward-thinking Production Planner to join our Radiology Service. This is a pivotal role responsible for developing and optimising production planning systems that align demand and capacity, improve service delivery, and support high-quality clinical outcomes.

About the Role

As the Radiology Production Planner, you will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of planning methodologies, analytical systems, and reporting frameworks. You’ll play a key role in enabling data-driven decision-making and supporting clinicians to maximise time spent on imaging and reporting.

Working closely with radiology teams, information services, and regional partners, you will ensure systems and processes are efficient, responsive, and aligned with service needs.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Analytics

• Develop and maintain dynamic production planning systems aligned to Radiology Service needs.
• Supporting an information-driven culture for decision making
• Design, validate, and implement high-quality reporting and analytical frameworks
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, including turnaround times, waiting lists, and patient flow
• Translate data into actionable insights to support operational and clinical decision-making

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Identify and implement improvements in planning processes and systems
• Explore and introduce new tools, including digital and web-based solutions
• Support optimisation of radiology systems (RIS, PACS, and related platforms)
• Foster a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with radiology staff, modality leaders, and wider stakeholders
• Work closely with Decision Support, Information Services, and regional radiology partners
• Liaise with external vendors and system suppliers
• Support consistency and collaboration across regional services

Quality, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure data integrity through validation and audit processes
• Maintain compliance with organisational policies, privacy requirements, and regulatory standards
• Identify and mitigate risks within planning systems
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service reviews

Leadership & Culture

• Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment
• Support development of planning capability across the service
• Contribute to a culture that values equity, innovation, and continuous learning
• Demonstrate commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equitable health outcomes

About You

Essential:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Radiology, Informatics, Analytics or similar)
• Strong analytical capability, including design and implementation of reporting systems
• Experience in demand and capacity planning or a similar analytical role
• Knowledge of radiology workflows and clinical systems
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate data into meaningful insights
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualification in a quantitative or health-related discipline
• Experience within healthcare or radiology environments
• Experience in project or change management
• Experience leading improvement initiatives or coaching others

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert

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