Lead hospital operations, performance and service change across the Shoalhaven Hospital Group

$197,473.00 - $215,676.00 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital | REQ705326 | Grade: Health Manager Level 6 | Applications close: 29 November 2026

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The General Manager, Shoalhaven Hospital Group (GM, SHG) is a key executive leadership role reporting to the Executive Director, Clinical Operations, with responsibility for the operational leadership and performance of Shoalhaven Memorial, Milton Ulladulla and David Berry Hospitals. The portfolio encompasses an annual budget of circa $280 million, with accountability for safe, high-quality care, clinical governance, access and flow, workforce, financial performance and delivery against key service targets.

The Group brings together three hospitals with distinct and evolving roles serving communities across the Shoalhaven. The General Manager will strengthen coordination across the sites, align services with changing community needs and work with clinical teams to develop sustainable models of care as services and infrastructure evolve.

This appointment comes at an important point for the Group. The incoming General Manager will maintain momentum on operational performance while leading the operational readiness and commissioning of the Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital redevelopment. The role will help shape the distribution of services across the Group.

Success will require visible and credible leadership with clinicians, executives and staff. The General Manager will build a cohesive leadership team, strengthen clinical engagement and establish clear priorities and accountabilities across the Group. A strong focus on access and flow, financial discipline and workforce productivity will be essential, alongside the ability to lead service change while sustaining secure, high-quality care.

A candidate information pack is available to download by visiting:

https://futureleadership.com.au/your-career/opportunities/

Please contact Michael De Santis of Future Leadership or call 0429 058 296 for further information.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.





A little about us.

In the Shoalhaven, ISLHD operates three hospital sites: David Berry Hospital, Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital and Milton Ulladulla Hospital.

There are many benefits of living and working in the Shoalhaven. The region is home to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events.

Guided by its CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, ISLHD fosters a culture of clinical excellence, accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. With major investment in health infrastructure underway, including the Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital redevelopment and the new Shellharbour Hospital, the District is entering a significant period of growth and service development.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition,



please note you must have the following essential requirements:

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category B role.
- extensive senior management experience within a substantial and complex organisation engaged in clinical service delivery.
- Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience delivering operational, financial and workforce performance within budget and resource constraints
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
- Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Michael De Santis at ​[email protected] or call 0429 058 296 for further information.

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.

📌 General Manager - Health Manager Level 6 - Shoalhaven Hospital Group (Australia)
🏢 NSW Health
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