Nurse Unit Manager

Are you a dynamic nursing leader ready to make a lasting impact? We are currently seeking passionate and experienced Nurse Unit Managers (NUMs) to lead and inspire high-performing teams across a variety of specialised units at our progressive healthcare facility.

Nurse Unit Manager Opportunities available in:

• Perioperative – Anaesthetics / PACU / DOSA (commencing January 2026)
• Neonatal Critical Care Unit and Paediatric Inpatient Unit (commencing Feb 2026)
• Intensive Care Unit (commencing January 2026)
• Emergency Department (commencing January 2026)
• Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) (commencing January 2026)

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for multiple Nurse Unit Managers to join us in permanent, full-time roles. Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening early 2026. As Mater's newest public hospital, this state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With 174 public beds, ICU, maternity, emergency and surgical services, it's set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.  

Salary range: $ $76.80 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits 

What you'll be doing 

As a NUM, you will play a pivotal role in clinical leadership, operational management, and driving excellence in patient-centred care. You'll be supported by a collaborative leadership team and encouraged to lead innovation and continuous improvement in your unit.

About you

You will have a minimum of five years full time experience in the relevant area as a Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse or other leadership role:

• Extensive leadership experience within a nursing unit in a complex hospital environment
• Demonstrated competence in cost centre management.
• High-level interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills with the ability to engage with internal stakeholders at various levels to achieve
• Current AHPRA Nursing registration
• Experienced in opening a new ward is desirable 

Why join us? 

Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it's our people who make the difference.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

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