Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Health Manager Level 6Remuneration: $189,878 - $207,381Hours Per Week: 40Requisition ID: REQ641964Applications Close: Tuesday 11.59pm, 31 March 2026
Lead the Future of Healthcare on the Mid North Coast
Join us at a pivotal moment in Coffs Harbour's healthcare evolution. The Coffs Harbour Health Campus (CHHC) has just undergone one of the most significant regional health infrastructure transformations — and we're seeking a visionary General Manager to lead the next chapter.
This is your opportunity to guide a high‐performing, newly expanded hospital into its next era — shaping patient experience, clinical excellence, and community wellbeing for years to come with:
* A new, expanded Emergency Department, delivering more treatment spaces
* New operating theatres, additional critical care and inpatient beds
* A new short‐stay surgical unit, expanding ambulatory and community health services and increasing renal dialysis capacity
* A new multi‐level clinical services building connected seamlessly with existing facilities
Why this Role Matters Now
The Coffs Harbour Health Campus has recently completed a $194 million expansion, delivering state‐of‐the‐art clinical services and increasing the capacity and capability of the hospital. The redevelopment has been formally marked as complete, ushering in a new standard of modern, accessible, patient‐centred regional healthcare.
Lead a Modern, High‐Growth Health Campus
You will oversee:
* Full operational leadership of the Coffs Harbour Base Hospital
* Strategic planning and delivery across emergency, acute and specialist services
* Workforce, financial and infrastructure management in a rapidly growing regional setting
* Clinical and corporate governance forums, driving a culture of safety, quality and innovation
* Collaboration with senior executives, clinicians, community groups and state‐level stakeholders
We are Looking for a Leader Who Will:
* Bring extensive senior management experience in complex public health setting
* Inspire multi‐disciplinary teams through transformational leadership
* Drive high‐performance culture, equity, and high‐quality patient outcomes
* Navigate complex service demands with resilience and strategic foresight
* Champion NSW Health values and support culturally safe, community‐led care
Why Coffs Harbour?
Coffs Harbour is a thriving coastal community offering one of the most modern health campuses in regional Australia. With a fast‐growing population with expanding healthcare needs, and a strong local investment - this is the time to join MNCLHD.
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 (3) 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?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Need assistance with your application please refer to our resources: How To Apply or for Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders refer to: Stepping UpFor role related queries or questions contact Tracey McMenamin, Director People and Culture on tracey.mcmenamin@health.nsw.gov.au
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-WorkforceSupport@health.nsw.gov.au
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 .
A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
Please refer to the Code of Ethics and Conduct via the link below:Code of Ethics and Conduct for NSW Government Sector Employees
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About the District
Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) covers an area of 11,335 square kilometres extending from Port Macquarie Hastings Local Government Area in the south to Coffs Harbour Local Government Area in the north. MNCLHD is a non commercial government funded health organisation that provides quality health care at public hospitals in Bellingen, Coffs Harbour, Dorrigo, Kempsey, Macksville, Port Macquarie and Wauchope. There are 10 Community Health Centres in the District which are located at Bellingen, Camden Haven, Coffs Harbour, Dorrigo, Kempsey, Macksville, Port Macquarie, South West Rocks, Wauchope and Woolgoolga. The Mid North Coast has one of the fastest growing and ageing populations in NSW, with MNCLHD providing a diverse range of services to a population of about 215,000 people.
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