Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Health Manager Level 6 Remuneration: $197,473
- $215,676 Hours Per Week: 40 Requisition ID: REQ702912 Advertising Closes: 11:50pm Tuesday, 3 November 2026 Location Negotiable: Choose with Wauchope, Kempsey. Macksville, Bellingen or Dorrigo Join MNCLHD as our new General Manager
- Rural and Regional Hospitals Lead. Inspire. Make a lasting impact across our rural communities Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager
- Rural and Regional Hospitals (Health Manager Level 6) to lead operations across our vibrant regional facilities, including Wauchope, Kempsey, Macksville, Bellingen and Dorrigo. This is your opportunity to shape the delivery of high-quality, culturally safe, patient-centred health care for our communities
- every patient, every time.

About the Role
- Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple rural hospitals'
- Drive excellence in patient safety, quality care and service performance
- Foster strong partnerships with clinicians, executives, community groups and external agencies
- Lead teams through change, build positive culture, and champion MNCLHD and NSW Health values
- Manage resources effectively to support safe, sustainable and innovative models of care
- Contribute to Closing the Gap initiatives and support culturally respectful, inclusive services What We're Looking For We are seeking a transformational leader with:
- Senior management experience in a complex public health environment
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and build collaborative relationships
- Strong skills in service evaluation, reporting, planning and risk management
- Exceptional communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement capability




- Commitment to cultural respect, patient safety, staff wellbeing and continuous improvement Why Join MNCLHD? Working with MNCLHD means being part of a supportive, community-focused organisation that values innovation, diversity, and high-quality care. You'll have the opportunity to lead across some of NSW's most beautiful regional communities, all while making a genuine difference to health outcomes. If you share our vision for healthy, well and thriving communities, we invite you to consider this leadership opportunity Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination
- FAQ Remuneration Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx. Are you interested in moving to the Mid North Coast? Learn more at The Welcome Experience. A free service supporting businesses, essential workers and their families who are considering moving or have made the move to regional NSW. Please refer to the Code of Ethics and Conduct via the link below: Code of Ethics and Conduct for NSW Government Sector Employees. Mid North Coast LHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Secure Standards. Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

📌 General Manager (Australia)
🏢 Mid North Coast Local Health District
📍 Australia