General Manager - Rural and Regional Hospitals

Mid North Coast Local Health District; Australia; Remote; AUD 197,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) is seeking a dynamic General Manager - Rural and Regional Hospitals to lead operations across Wauchope, Kempsey, Macksville, Bellingen and Dorrigo. You will provide strategic leadership, drive patient safety and service performance, and build partnerships with clinicians, community groups and external agencies.

This senior role offers a permanent, full-time opportunity with NSW Health State Awards and a salary in the advertised range.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in a complex public health environment
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with stakeholders
• Strong skills in service evaluation, reporting, planning and risk management
• Excellent communication, negotiation and engagement with stakeholders
• Commitment to cultural respect, patient safety, staff wellbeing and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple rural hospitals
• Drive excellence in patient safety, quality of care and service performance
• Foster partnerships with clinicians, executives, community groups and external agencies
• Lead teams through change and champion MNCLHD values
• Manage resources to support safe, sustainable models of care
• Support Closing the Gap initiatives and culturally respectful, inclusive services

Skills

Senior management experience

Lead multidisciplinary teams

Service evaluation & reporting

Planning & risk management

Communication & stakeholder engagement

Cultural respect & patient safety

Staff wellbeing & continuousimprv

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position

Classification: Health Manager Level 6

Remuneration: $197,473 - $215,676

Hours Per Week: 40

Requisition ID: REQ702912

Advertising Closes: 11:50pm Tuesday, 3 November 2026

Location Negotiable: Choose with Wauchope, Kempsey. Macksville, Bellingen or Dorrigo

Join MNCLHD as our new General Manager - Rural and Regional Hospitals Lead. Inspire. Make a lasting impact across our rural communities

Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager - Rural and Regional Hospitals (Health Manager Level 6) to lead operations across our vibrant regional facilities, including Wauchope, Kempsey, Macksville, Bellingen and Dorrigo. This is your opportunity to shape the delivery of high-quality, culturally safe, patient‑centred health care for our communities - every patient, every time.

About the Role

As General Manager, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple rural hospitals'
• Drive excellence in patient safety, quality care and service performance
• Foster strong partnerships with clinicians, executives, community groups and external agencies
• Lead teams through change, build positive culture, and champion MNCLHD and NSW Health values
• Manage resources effectively to support safe, sustainable and innovative models of care
• Contribute to Closing the Gap initiatives and support culturally respectful, inclusive services

What we're looking for

We are seeking a transformational leader with:

• Senior management experience in a complex public health environment
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and build collaborative relationships
• Strong skills in service evaluation, reporting, planning and risk management
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement capability
• Commitment to cultural respect, patient safety, staff wellbeing and continuous improvement

Why Join MNCLHD?

Working with MNCLHD means being part of a supportive, community‑focused organisation that values innovation, diversity, and high‑quality care. You'll have the opportunity to lead across some of NSW's most beautiful regional communities, all while making a genuine difference to health outcomes. If you share our vision for healthy, well and thriving communities, we invite you to consider this leadership opportunity.

Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ.

Remuneration Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

Please refer to the Code of Ethics and Conduct via the link below: Code of Ethics and Conduct for NSW Government Sector Employees

Mid North Coast LHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Need assistance with your application please refer to our resources: How To Apply or for Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders refer to: Stepping Up For role related queries or questions contact Joshua Freeman on [e-mail]

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential.

Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager. Please contact the District Manager - [e-mail]