About Mayfield Baptist Church

Mayfield Baptist Church is a mid-to-large church in Newcastle with a rich history of over a century. We’re a vibrant, multi-generational community of people of all ages, from newborns to those over 90, and we’re excited about what God has in store for the next one hundred years.

We have a flat leadership model with no single senior pastor. We’re guided by our Church Leadership Team (CLT) and Eldership, and led on the ground by a team of pastors and ministry directors. Every staff role is shaped around our core values, which fosters collaboration and inclusivity across our church community.

The role

We’re looking for a passionate leader who wants to see people connect with God, grow to be more like Jesus, and serve here and beyond MBC.

As Operations Pastor or Operations Manager, you’ll provide operational leadership and management oversight, and lead cohesive administrative teams to ensure excellence across church ministry and administration. A key focus is identifying operational blockages, implementing productive systems, and managing our financial, HR, property and compliance processes.

For Operations Pastor applicants, the role also includes:

- Pastoral care responsibilities
- Contributing to the preaching team
- Supporting residential housing ministries
- Serving within our team-based pastoral leadership model





What you’ll do

- Lead and care for our administrative teams
- Think strategically to streamline church systems
- Draft and maintain policies
- Collaborate with pastors, ministry leaders and governance teams
- Manage financial, HR, property and compliance processes

About you

- Demonstrated experience in business administration, operations or church management
- Strong organisational, financial and team leadership skills
- Proficiency with church management systems (such as Elvanto or similar) and financial software (such as Xero)
- A deep, personal commitment to Christ-like character and church ministry
- Spiritual maturity, a servant-hearted attitude and a commitment to protecting the unity of the church
- Church membership in good standing
- Current Safe Church, Police Check and Working with Children Check clearances

Pastoral appointment

Candidates recognised or accredited as a Pastor with the Baptist Association of NSW and ACT will be appointed as Operations Pastor, remunerated according to pastoral guidelines, and subject to a church members’ vote.

How to apply

Follow the website to learn more, read the role description and apply for the position - https://www.mayfieldbaptist.com/operations-manager-pastor-position

📌 Operations Manager / Pastor (Newcastle)
🏢 Mayfield Baptist Church, Australia
📍 Newcastle