A pivotal leadership role at the heart of a leading tertiary hospital.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until August 2026

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5

Remuneration: $173,345 - $193,906 Per Annum + Salary Packaging + 12% Super

Hours Per Week: 40

Location: John Hunter Hospital, New Lambton

Requisition ID: REQ637262

Advertising Closes: Tuesday, 3rd February 2026

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

Senior Leadership Opportunity

John Hunter Hospital is seeking an exceptional senior leader to join our Medical & Interventional Services (M&IS) Leadership Team at a pivotal time of growth, innovation, and transformation.

This is more than a leadership role, it’s an opportunity to shape strategy, influence outcomes at scale, and lead services that directly impact the health of our community every day. You’ll work within one of Australia’s leading tertiary hospitals, in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment where excellence, safety, and innovation are non-negotiable.

About The Opportunity

As a key member of the M&IS Leadership Team, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across a diverse and complex portfolio of medical and interventional specialties. With overarching responsibility for the operational performance of M&IS, you will play a critical role in setting direction, driving improvement, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.

You will lead the vision, planning, development, and continuous evolution of M&IS, ensuring they are efficient, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of patients, clinicians, and the broader health system.

Key Responsibilities

Provide senior, visible leadership across all Medical & Interventional ServicesDrive strategic planning, service redesign, and performance improvement initiativesChampion excellence in clinical practice, patient safety, and health outcomesFoster strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and organisational partnersLead operational performance, workforce planning, and resource optimisationEmbed a culture of safety, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvementPartner closely with the John Hunter Hospital Executive to deliver organisational priorities and strategic objectives

What You'll Bring

You are a high-impact, values-driven leader with a proven ability to navigate complexity and lead large, multidisciplinary services in a health care environment. You bring:

A strong track record in senior leadership within complex health servicesTertiary qualifications in Health Administration and/or a Health Management

degree

Strategic thinking paired with operational excellenceExceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levelsA collaborative leadership style that builds trust and unites diverse professional groupsA genuine passion for improving patient care, safety, and system performanceYou thrive in challenging environments, lead with purpose, and are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful, lasting difference at scale.

Why Join John Hunter Hospital?

Lead services that matter - with real impact on community healthWork alongside committed, high-performing clinical and executive leadersInfluence strategy and service delivery at a tertiary referral hospitalBe part of an organisation committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement

What We Can Offer You

Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees), supporting rest and work–life balanceGenerous annual leave entitlements - 4 weeks per year

Paid parental leave for eligible employees, enabling genuine work–life balance during life’s most important moments

Salary packaging benefits - up to $11,600 per year, plus novated leasing options to maximise your take-home payEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) - confidential support services available to you and your immediate family

If you’re ready to take on a senior leadership role where your vision, expertise, and leadership will shape the future of healthcare delivery, we’d love to hear from you!

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Julie Tait on Julie.Tait@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUpThis is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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