Nurse Unit Manager 3 – Perioperative Services

Employment Type: Permanent Full time

Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager 3

Remuneration: $136,692.20per annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Manning Base Hospital – Biripi Country

Requisition ID: REQ614288

Applications Close: Sunday, 16th November 2025.

At Manning Hospital, you'll find more than just a leadership role - you'll discover a place where your theatre expertise, mentorship, and innovation come together to shape the future of perioperative care.

What You'll Experience

You'll lead with confidence in a hospital that values both skill and heart. As the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) 3 of Perioperative Services you will provide daily operational leadership to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality perioperative services, including: Nursing both Anaesthetics and scrub Scout Scrub Scout, Day Stay Surgical Admit, Recovery and Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) you'll guide a capable and passionate team through the fast pace and precision of the surgical environment.

This is a role for someone who truly understands the rhythm of the theatre - from scheduling and waitlist management to the flow of a safe, efficient surgical day. You'll work alongside experienced clinicians and supportive leaders who value collaboration, accountability, and genuine care.

Enjoy the balance of Monday–Friday day shifts, giving you the space to make an impact at work while embracing life in the beautiful Manning Valley.

What You'll Contribute

You'll be the steady hand and trusted leader who ensures every list runs smoothly and every patient receives exceptional care. Your deep theatre knowledge will allow you to anticipate needs, guide decisions, and support your team with confidence - whether it's navigating challenges, optimising resources, or championing quality improvements.

As part of our senior leadership group, you'll also collaborate with other NUMs and managers to align services, develop staff, and drive innovation across the surgical division.

What You'll Learn and Gain

You'll grow in a supportive environment that encourages initiative and celebrates leadership. Manning Hospital offers the freedom to shape your service, strengthen your management skills, and contribute to system-wide improvements.

Here, you'll:

• Build on your theatre management expertise through strategic and people-focused leadership.
• Collaborate with an experienced executive team that values your insights.
• See the tangible difference your decisions make - in patient outcomes and staff satisfaction.

Why You'll Love Manning Hospital

Located in the heart of the NSW Mid North Coast, Manning Hospital offers a unique balance of professional challenge and coastal calm:

• Affordable, relaxed living in a supportive, welcoming community
• A strong, connected team culture built on trust and inclusion
• Unmatched natural beauty - beaches, rivers, and national parks within easy reach
• A workplace that values autonomy, respect, and growth

Whether you're ready to take the next step in your leadership journey or bring your well-honed theatre expertise to a hospital that values both heart and skill - Manning is where you can truly make an impact and live well.

About You

You're a confident, collaborative nurse leader who thrives in the theatre environment. You combine deep perioperative knowledge with calm leadership, a strong sense of accountability, and a genuine commitment to team and patient wellbeing.

You'll also bring:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse (AHPRA)
• Demonstrated experience leading within theatre or perioperative services
• A passion for developing people and fostering continuous improvement
• Post-graduate qualifications (or a willingness to undertake them)

Benefits

• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information:

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time vacancies.

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Information for Applicants:

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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