Theatre Manager

Sterling Cross Careers; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established hospital in Aberdeen is seeking a skilled Theatre Manager to lead a high-performing surgical team. This role offers the opportunity to drive excellence in perioperative care, ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance, while contributing to strategic growth. Ideal candidates will have NMC or HCPC registration and significant leadership experience in theatre settings.

Benefits

Competitive salary & private healthcare package

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Opportunities for CPD & further professional training

Supportive working environment with modern facilities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in theatre nursing or ODP practice.
• Recent leadership responsibilities.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible, supportive leadership across all theatre activities.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance and safety standards.
• Manage staffing levels, training, and operational performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-Making

Education

NMC or HCPC registration

Job description

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Are you a skilled and motivated clinical leader ready to step into a senior role? A well-established hospital in Aberdeen region is looking for an experienced Theatre Manager to lead a high-performing surgical team and drive excellence in perioperative care.

As Theatre Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the theatre department.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team, ensure safe and effective surgical care, and contribute to the strategic growth of the hospital’s surgical services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visible, supportive leadership across all theatre activities
• Ensure compliance with all relevant clinical governance, regulatory, and safety standards
• Manage staffing levels, training, resources, and operational performance

Person specification

We’re looking for a confident and compassionate Theatre Manager with:

• NMC or HCPC registration
• Significant experience in theatre nursing or ODP practice, with recent leadership responsibilities
• Strong people management, communication, and decision-making skills
• A commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence

Benefits and enhancements include:

• Competitive salary & private healthcare package
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Opportunities for CPD & further professional training
• Supportive working environment with modern facilities