Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager level 1

Remuneration: $143,997.20 pa ( superannuation salary packaging options)

Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 7 Sept 2026 – 11:59pm

Nursing Unit Manager – Operating Theatre

Orange Health Service

About the role

Ready to take the next step in your perioperative nursing career?

Join Orange Health Service, the major referral centre for Western NSW, and lead a high-performing perioperative team delivering patient-centred care across a broad range of surgical specialties.

As NUM1, you will oversee daily theatre operations, staff leadership, rostering, resource management, quality improvement and professional development. You will also become part of Orange Hospital's supportive network of Nurse Unit Managers, offering strong mentorship and leadership development opportunities.

Why Orange?

- Lead a growing and innovative perioperative service
- Work alongside experienced leaders and a dedicated nursing team
- Opportunities in education, quality improvement and research
- Strong professional development and leadership support
- Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of a vibrant regional city with flexible rostering and short commutes

We're looking for an experienced perioperative nurse with solid leadership, communication and team-building skills who is passionate about developing others and strengthening rural healthcare.

Shape the future of perioperative services at Orange and build a career you'll be proud of.

Helping you move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.



Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website To apply for this role:

· Click ‘Apply’

· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

· Upload your current resume

· Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Vickie Rapley on 6369 3243 or at [email protected] for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian

· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

📌 Nursing Unit Manager - Operating Theatre (Australia)
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