Requisition ID: REQ635014
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 5
Location: Negotiable across MLHD
Remuneration: $159,796.87 - $162,504.94 per annum + superannuation + 17.5% leave loading
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 22 February 2026
Drive excellence. Inspire teams. Improve outcomes. Leading midwifery care that shapes the future.
About the Opportunity
The District Midwifery Manager provides clinical, operational and professional leadership, along with strategic advice, across MLHD’s Midwifery Services. This senior role guides maternity services and models of care, while promoting a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement.
As the District Midwifery Manager, you will:
* Provide strategic leadership of maternity services across MLHD
* Lead service design and implementation of contemporary, multidisciplinary models of maternity care
* Build and maintain strong partnerships with tertiary services, universities and key internal and external stakeholder
* Provide expert leadership in the development of work practice strategies and models of care
* Provide strategic advice to MLHD Executive, Board and Directorates regarding maternity services, risks and compliance
* Represent MLHD on relevant state-wide maternity working groups
To find out more, please review the Position Description.
About You
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
* Prior experience in senior midwifery leadership, service planning and operational management
* Proven ability to lead change, redesign services and implement sustainable models of care
* Advanced decision-making, problem-solving and autonomous practice within scope
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and leadership skills
* Ability to manage competing priorities and high-volume workloads while delivering positive outcomes
Why join MLHD?
* At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.
* Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
* Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
* Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
* Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, Apply Now. Please contact Carla Bailey, Executive Director - Operations via Carla.Bailey@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
Murrumbidgee Local Health District is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.