Surgical Access Manager

Western NSW Local Health District; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 167,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District is seeking a Surgical Access Manager (Nurse Manager Grade 4) for a temporary full-time role (38 hours per week) to lead district-wide access to surgical services. This leave relief opportunity focuses on improving wait times and cross-site collaboration, with support to develop knowledge of planned surgery processes.

Bring strong operational management, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and service improvement experience to drive performance and

Qualifications

• Experience in operational management, strategic planning and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in service improvement and program leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead district-wide surgical access initiatives and improve wait times.
• Drive performance, outcomes and collaboration across the district.

Skills

Operational management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Service improvement

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 2 Jul 2027) Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 4 Remuneration: $167,023.60 - $169,961.26 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Negotiable within WNSWLHD - Find out more Hours Per Week: 38 Applications Close: 3 Nov 2026 - 11:59pm

Surgical Access Manager Service Delivery Directorate

About the role

This leave relief opportunity provides a unique chance to contribute to a District-wide service that plays a critical role in ensuring timely access to care for our communities. While experience in planned surgery waitlist management would be advantageous, we recognise that many of the skills required to succeed in this role are transferable from other operational, service improvement, or program leadership positions. We welcome applications from individuals with strong operational management, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and service improvement experience. The successful applicant will be supported to develop their knowledge of planned surgery processes, while drawing on their existing leadership capabilities to drive performance, outcomes, and collaboration across the District.

Helping you move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience

Role-related enquiries

Please contact Kelly Lupish, Director of Service Improvement on 0434 704 184 or at [e-mail] for more information.

Additional information for applicants

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD