Lead a Regional Health Hub. Build Strong Teams. Deliver Real Impact.
Why Red Lily?
Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is growing — and Jabiru is central to our regional vision. We’re seeking a clinically strong, people-focused Health Centre Manager to lead our Jabiru Health Centre team as it continues to evolve into a regional health hub supporting outreach, workforce development and integrated primary health care across West Arnhem.
This is more than a clinical management role — this is leadership.
What’s in it for you?
- Salary range $136,300 – $143,400 per annum (plus super)
- On-call and call-out allowances
- Fares Out of Isolated Lands (FOIL) allowance
- Generous leave entitlements (7+ weeks + leave loading)
- Professional development leave
- Salary packaging up to $18,550
- Relocation assistance
- Fully furnished, air-conditioned accommodation (utilities included)
- A supportive executive team and strong organisational direction
- The opportunity to shape a regional health hub
The Opportunity
You will:
- Lead and support a multidisciplinary remote primary health care team
- Provide strong clinical oversight and ensure safe, high-quality care
- Champion Aboriginal Health Practitioners as first-line providers
- Strengthen workforce capability, performance and team culture
- Coordinate visiting services and specialist programs
- Manage systems, budgets and quality improvement processes
- Represent Red Lily in community and regional forum
- Participation in a 24-hour on-call roster is required
The Role Includes
- Coordinating specialist and visiting services
- Ensuring effective PHC program delivery and portfolio oversight
- Supporting emergency responses when required
- Managing budgets, assets and clinical systems
- Leading quality improvement and Medicare compliance
- Contributing to community forums and stakeholder committees
- Supporting organisational planning and regional integration
- Participation in a 24-hour on-call roster is required.
Is this the right role for you?
- Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Extensive remote area nursing experience
- Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary teams
- Deep understanding of Aboriginal health and cultural safety
- Solid administrative and IT capability
- NT driver’s license (or eligibility)
- Ochre Card, Police Clearance, Land Council permit eligibility
Postgraduate qualifications in Primary Health Care, Public Health, Emergency, Child Health, Mental Health or related fields are highly regarded.
If you are a clinically capable, strategically minded leader who believes strong teams create better health outcomes — we would love to hear from you.
Please attach a cover letter with your application addressing the essential selection criteria.
What’s it like living in Jabiru?
You will find Jabiru 255kms east of Darwin. The township is surrounded by Kakadu National Park boasting wetlands, billabongs, and wildlife. You can enjoy your time off exploring the region, fishing in the waterways, cooling off in the swimming pool or taking part in the community’s many sporting activities.
The brand-new contemporary health clinic is scheduled to open in September 2024 which will provide additional infrastructure and further opportunities for service.
Want to find out more about this opportunity? Please contact Lauren Lester on 08 8982 1002 or
[email protected]
for this Remote Health Centre Manager – Red Lily Health Board – Jabiru job
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- Location: Top End
- Job category: Nursing
- Pay rate: Salary range $136,300 – $143,400 per annum (plus super)
- Published: 28 May, 2026
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