Curis Recruitment is proud to be partnering with this fantastic Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service in the Northern Territory to help them find their next Executive Manager Clinical Operations to join their team.

If you are experienced in operational management with a passion for improving health outcomes in remote communities, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for.

Job details:

- Permanent full time role
- Northern Territory location
- Up to $137,209.87 per annum plus 12 % super
- Salary sacrifice options
- Relocation assistance available (up to $5,000, negotiable)
- Short term accommodation provided on arrival (conditions may apply)
- Vehicle available during work hours and for when you first arrive
- Highly supportive CEO and leadership team

The role:
Located in the Northern Territory, with regular travel to remote communities, as the Executive Manager Clinical Operations you will lead and oversee clinical operations across the Primary Health Care clinics, working closely with the Chief Operations Officer and executive leadership team.

You will play a key role in strengthening clinical governance, quality improvement, risk management and operational performance, ensuring services align with the organisational priorities and deliver positive health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people at every stage of life.

Key responsibilities include:

- Lead the development and delivery of clinical operational plans, performance frameworks and service improvement initiatives.
- Oversee clinical quality, compliance, risk management and continuous improvement across clinic services.
- Provide leadership and support to Primary Health Care Operations Managers, the Continuous Quality Improvement Coordinator and Clinical Educator.
- Monitor budgets,



performance targets, workforce requirements, rostering and service delivery.
- Strengthen clinical governance, accreditation, audit processes, clinical pathways and reporting.
- Build robust working relationships with communities, partner organisations, clinical teams and corporate services.
- Lead service improvement, change management and workforce development initiatives.
- Foster a positive, accountable and culturally safe workplace that supports staff wellbeing and professional growth

The Location
Based in the NT, with regular travel to surrounding remote communities of this region, you will have the opportunity to work in one of the Northern Territory's most unique and beautiful regions. Known for its spectacular landscapes, rich Aboriginal culture and strong community connections, the region offers an enviable lifestyle where outdoor adventure, cultural experiences and meaningful work come together. It's a chance to be part of a close knit community while making a genuine difference in the lives of others

You will need to have:

- A recognised nursing degree or equivalent qualification
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Tertiary qualifications in leadership and management
- More than five years' primary health care management experience in a remote Indigenous primary health care environment, preferably at an operational management level.




- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, develop staff and manage performance.
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement, risk management and culturally safe care
- Experience managing budgets, resources and operational performance in a health service environment.
- Strong leadership, communication and relationship building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholder
- Current driver's license with no restrictions
- Must have full Australian working rights

How to Apply
To find out more about this position or to receive a copy of the job description please email [email protected] and I will be in touch within 24 hours.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply

Why work with Curis Recruitment?
We are the proud finalists for the 2026 APSCo Candidate Experience Award, recognition of the genuine care, communication and support we provide to our nurses and midwives throughout their journey with Curis.

We have a proven track record of placing healthcare professionals in fantastic roles across Australia.

Our clients trust us to represent exceptional nurses and midwives, so we’ll always present you in the best possible light and support you every step of the way.

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📌 Executive Manager Clinical Operations | Northern Territory Location (Katherine)
🏢 Curis Recruitment
📍 Katherine