Remote Services Manager

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Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, theRemote Services Manageris responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality, culturally appropriate primary health care services across PAMS' remote clinics.

Job No: PAMS 290425

Location:Newman

- Employment Type:Permanent
- Employment Category:Full-time
- Location: Newman, WA (with frequent remote travel to PAMS-serviced communities)
- Remuneration: $ 145 , 000 to $ 160 , 000 per annum + Superannuation
- Benefits: Furnished Accommodation, 2 x Annual Return flights, Salary Sacrifice up to $ 15 , 900 . 00 p.a.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, the Remote Services Manager is responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality, culturally appropriate primary health care services across PAMS ' remote clinics.
This pivotal leadership role involves clinical oversight, operational management, staff development, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards, legislation, and accreditation requirements (including AGPAL ).

You will travel frequently to our remote clinic locations, fostering astrong on-the-ground presence and maintaining trusted relationships with the communities weserve.

To be considered for this position, you musthave:

- Registered Nurse, Midwife or Nurse Practitioner with AHPRA registration.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in comprehensive primary health care with strong clinical
leadership.
- Previous management experience with demonstrated experience managing multi-
disciplinary teams across diverse geographicalareas.
- Sound understanding of Aboriginal health and culturalissues.
- Skilled in continuous quality improvement, accreditation, Medicare optimisation, and datareporting.
- High-level written and verbal communication skills with conflict managementcapability.
- Proficient in the use of health management systems (preferably Communicare) and MicrosoftOffice.
- Ability and willingness to travel to remote locations via 4 WD and lightaircraft.
- Current WA Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance, and avalid manual driver'slicence.
- Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres StraitIslander.
- Previous experience as aRemote Area Nurse ( RAN )
- Additional qualifications in leadership, chronic disease management, mental health, child health, or other relevantfields.
- Previous experience working in or with remote Aboriginal communities.

The position involves working with amulticultural organisation where the majority of staff, clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We are committed to improving employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and this role plays an important part in our commitment to reconciliation and strengthening cultural representation in our organisation.

About the Benefits

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package including abase salary of $ 145 , 000 —$ 160 , 000 excluding superannuation, you'll also gain access to generous entitlements and fantastic benefitsincluding:

- Generous salary sacrifice benefits in accordance with PBI provisions
- Accommodation provided inNewman.
- Two paid return flightsannually.
- Mobile phoneprovided.
- Generous leave entitlements, including additional cultural and remoteleave.
- Opportunities for professional development andtraining.
- A chance to make atangible impact on the health outcomes of remote Aboriginal communities.

About the Organisation

Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service ( PAMS ) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation dedicated to providing culturally appropriate and comprehensive primary health care services to the remote communities of Jigalong, Punmu, Parnngurr, and Kunawarritji in the East Pilbara region of WesternAustralia.

PAMS is committed to making ameaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal people by supporting health, wellbeing, and community development, respecting cultural traditions and working collaboratively with communities.

Living in Newman WA

Living and working in Newman offers aunique opportunity to experience life in the heart of the Pilbara. Surrounded by stunning red earth landscapes and close to iconic natural attractions like Karijini National Park, Newman is avibrant inland town with astrong community spirit. While it's remote and not coastal, residents enjoy arelaxed, outdoor- focused lifestyle with essential amenities like supermarkets, schools, healthcare services, and sporting facilities. Summers can be very hot, and travel to major centres requires planning, but many people find the lifestyle deeply rewarding, forming lasting friendships and enjoying aslower, more connected way of life. If you're adaptable, community-minded, and open to new experiences, Newman offers an unforgettable chapter both personally and professionally.

ApplicationProcess

How to apply
If you are passionate about making areal difference and are ready for aleadership opportunity in aunique and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply. Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form ( JDF ) for further information about the requirements of theposition.

We require you to submit:
1 .Acurrent comprehensive CV including the contact details of two current referees and;
2 .Acover letter no more than 2 pages that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained to make you suitable for thisposition.

Shortlisting will commence immediately. PAMS reserves the right to proceed with appointment before the advertised closingdate.

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