Nurse Unit Manager Operating Theatres

Be part of something greater

Join an organisation where we Serve Something Greater, See Something Greater, and Strive for Something Greater — St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM).

• Lead a Major Expansion: Play a pivotal role in commissioning six new state-of-the-art theatres in our brand-new surgical complex.

• Values-Driven Leadership: Join a mission-led hospital that combines excellence in care with compassion, innovation, and collaboration.

• Career Growth & Development: Be part of a national health network offering leadership pathways, education support, and professional recognition.

About your new role

An exciting leadership opportunity exists for an experienced Theatre Nurse Unit Manager to join our professional, dynamic, and growing Surgical Services team in our state-of-the-art theatre complex at Fitzroy.

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Lead the commissioning of brand-new operating theatres

• Oversee the day-to-day operational management of the Theatre Department.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure exceptional patient care and optimal service delivery.

• Partner closely with the Surgical Services Manager to achieve key performance indicators, deliver strategic objectives, and drive business growth.

This is a full-time, 38-hour-per-week position that offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of Theatre Services at SVPHM.

Why work for St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne?

You'll join a high-performing, values-based team built on trust, respect, and compassion. As part of the St Vincent's Health Australia network — the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider — you'll have access to:

• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay

• Discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport

• Workplace giving program – Give4Good

• Excellent work-life balance with the option to purchase additional leave

• Staff discounts on hospital admissions across all SVHA Private Hospitals

• Career development opportunities within a national healthcare group

About you

You are a Registered Nurse (AHPRA) with:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in theatre management or leadership

• Post-graduate qualifications (completed or in progress)

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on collaboration and quality improvement

Your key strengths include:

• Managing the operational and clinical performance of a busy theatre unit

• Building and maintaining effective relationships with staff, VMPs, and patients

• Providing direction, coaching, and support to nursing and support teams

• Managing budgets and analysing performance data to inform decision-making

About St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne

SVPHM operates across four campuses — Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew, and Werribee — delivering the highest standard of therapeutic, medical, and surgical services. Our teams of experienced clinical professionals, caregivers, and support staff are dedicated to patient safety, wellbeing, and recovery.

Ready to apply?

If this sounds like the next step in your leadership journey, apply now with your:

• Cover Letter, and

• Resume

Other information

• Enquiries: For a confidential discussion, contact Christine Pirotta, Surgical Services Manager, on .

• Checks: All appointments are subject to satisfactory criminal record and/or child protection checks.

• Immunisation: Compliance with SVHA Staff Health Screening & Immunisation Policy is required.

• COVID-19: SVHA requires all staff to be fully vaccinated unless an exemption applies.

Diversity & inclusion

St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, and the principles of cultural diversity.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.
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At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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