An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced
Nurse Unit Manager
to join a well-established private hospital in Western Sydney.
This is a great prospect for an experienced perioperative leader who is confident managing a busy theatre environment and wants to join a supportive, highly skilled team.
The Opportunity
MAYDAY Healthcare are currently recruiting on behalf of a private hospital for an experienced
Nurse Unit Manager
to lead the perioperative department and oversee the day-to-day operations of the theatre team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong scrub nursing background and previous leadership experience within a theatre environment. Candidates currently working as a NUM are encouraged to apply, as are experienced Floor Coordinators or senior theatre leaders who are ready to step into a NUM position.
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Strong perioperative nursing experience with a
scrub background
Experience across specialties such as
general surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, plastics or ENT
Previous leadership experience within a theatre setting
Experience at
NUM, Floor Coordinator or similar leadership level
Strong people leadership skills and the ability to lead and support
CNS and nursing teams
A solid understanding of theatre operations, patient flow and team coordination
Confidence managing
accreditation, quality and clinical governance requirements
Excellent communication,



organisation and decision‐making skills
Current AHPRA registration
The Hospital & Facilities
The hospital is a leading private healthcare facility with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality surgical and specialist care.
The perioperative department features a modern multi‐theatre operating suite, supported by contemporary surgical technology, purpose‐built perioperative facilities and experienced multidisciplinary teams.
The theatre complex supports a diverse range of surgical specialties, providing exposure to both planned and more complex procedures. The environment is structured around efficient theatre flow, strong clinical governance and high standards of patient safety.
As NUM, you will play a key role in leading the perioperative team, supporting nursing staff, overseeing daily theatre operations and ensuring high standards of quality, safety and patient care.
Why Join?
$60 to $64 per hour + super
Permanent opportunity
Modern theatre facilities and equipment
Diverse surgical caseload
Strong focus on quality, accreditation and clinical governance
Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled nursing team
ASAP start available
If you're an experienced
Nurse Unit Manager
with a solid perioperative background and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Nurse Unit Manager - Theatres (Sydney)
🏢 Mayday Healthcare
📍 Sydney