Nurse Unit Manager (Level 2) – Perioperative Services Up to $140,000 + Super
This is a senior leadership opportunity within a highly regarded acute healthcare provider, offering the chance to take full ownership of perioperative services while shaping both clinical and operational outcomes.
This is not a step-up role. It’s suited to an experienced leader who can confidently balance clinical governance, operational performance and financial accountability in a fast-paced theatre environment.
About the Opportunity You will take end-to-end responsibility for theatre operations, leading performance, efficiency and workforce strategy across perioperative services.
This is a role where you can genuinely influence outcomes, from theatre utilisation and service planning through to team performance, financial results and patient safety.
You’ll work closely with executive leadership, aligning operational delivery with broader organisational goals while maintaining strong clinical standards.
Why This Role?
- Up to $140,000 plus super
- Executive-level exposure and influence across a major service line
- Supportive leadership structure with strong operational backing
- Investment in professional development and career progression
- Access to salary packaging, wellness programs and staff benefits
- Flexible work practices and a collaborative team environment
- Opportunities to grow within a large, well-established healthcare provider
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day and strategic operations of perioperative services
- Optimise theatre utilisation, workflow and service efficiency
- Oversee workforce planning, rostering models and staffing strategy
- Manage full P&L performance including budgeting and cost control
- Drive financial forecasting and sustainable service growth
- Ensure compliance with NSQHS standards and ACORN guidelines
- Maintain strong clinical governance, risk management and safety outcomes
- Lead, mentor and develop multidisciplinary teams
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies
- Collaborate across departments to support integrated service delivery
About You
- Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
- Proven experience in perioperative or theatre leadership
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, accreditation and compliance
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets and financial performance
- Ability to lead high-performing teams and influence culture
- Commercial mindset with strong operational and strategic thinking
- Confident communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
If you’re looking for a role where you can combine clinical leadership with strategic and commercial impact, this is a genuine opportunity to step into a high-visibility position.
for more information, please contact phoebe.cantlon@healthcareaustralia.com.au or call 0407 066 675
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