Mid North Coast Local Health District
Reference number
REQ641956
Occupation
General Manager
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Port Macquarie & Mid-North Coast
Salary Information
$ $207381
Closing date
16 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 6
Remuneration:
Hours Per Week: 40
Requisition ID: REQ641956
Applications Close: Monday, 11.59pm 16 March 2026
Now Hiring: General Manager – Port Macquarie Base Hospital (HM
Are you an inspiring health leader ready to shape the future of acute care on the Mid North Coast?
Port Macquarie Base Hospital (PMBH) is entering one of its most significant periods — and we're looking for an exceptional
General Manager to lead us through it.
About the Role
As General Manager, you'll be responsible for the operational performance of PMBH — leading the hospital through strategic growth, and service excellence and navigating complex public‑sector challenges with skill, empathy, and visionary leadership:
* Setting service delivery priorities and leading our high‑performing multidisciplinary teams
* Driving quality, safety, patient experience, and cultural excellence
* Leading financial, workforce, and clinical governance functions to optimise outcomes
* Partnering with executives, clinicians, community groups, and government stakeholders
Who We're Looking For
You are a transformational leader with:
* Senior management experience in a complex public health environment
* Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving capability
* Proven ability to build culture, inspire teams, and drive change
* Outstanding stakeholder, communication, and negotiation skills
* Commitment to safe, high‑quality, culturally responsive care
Now is the Time to be Joining MNCLHD and the team at PMBH
PMBH is the centre of major, state-funded growth including a $265 million infrastructure upgrade. This upgrade represents the largest investment with PMBH and promises purpose-built facilities that will elevate Emergency and Maternity Care. The project is expected to significantly improve service accessibility for a rapidly growing community.
Live & Lead on the Mid North Coast
Port Macquarie combines coastal living, a thriving health network, and a supportive community. This is a rare chance to lead a major regional hospital during an unprecedented period of expansion and positive transformation.
If you share our vision for healthy, well and thriving communities, we invite you to consider this leadership opportunity
How to Apply
Please submit your completed application including:
* Current CV
* Covering Letter
Your response to the following targeted questions (three (- pages in total - please refer to the Position Description for the Selection Criteria)
Question 1
This role requires building and sustaining strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders to deliver improved outcomes for our region and state. Please outline your experience in cultivating effective partnerships, navigating complex or challenging relationships, and balancing pace, strategic alignment, and tangible results.
Question 2
Describe a time when you successfully led a major cross-organisational initiative or high-impact project under pressure. How did you manage competing priorities, apply analytical and strategic thinking (such as scenario planning), and maintain influence and composure with senior stakeholders?
Question 3
As Director, you will operate within a complex system requiring sound judgement, discretion, and a deep understanding of organisational governance. Please describe your leadership approach in navigating ambiguity, enabling high performance, and ensuring alignment between strategic intent and operational delivery.
Need more information?
Need assistance with your application please refer to our resources: How To Apply or for Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders refer to: Stepping Up
For role related queries or questions contact Tracey McMenamin, Director People and Culture, on
Applications Close Monday, 16 March 2026
Diversity and Inclusion lie at the heart of how we recruit
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.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager. Please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-
Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination
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Remuneration
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at
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