South Western Sydney Local Health District
Reference number
REQ638201
Occupation
Nursing Unit Manager
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - West
Salary
$137, $137,104.41
Closing date
22 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Requisition ID: REQ638201
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $137,104.41 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close:
Contact: Melissa Wakefield - Operational Nurse Manager on
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
* Lead a specialised Colorectal and Upper GI surgical unit dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate and culturally responsive care.
* Shape the clinical environment by guiding a skilled multidisciplinary team and supporting best practice nursing standards.
* Coordinate high quality patient care while ensuring effective, sustainable use of human, physical and financial resources.
* Join a supportive leadership team at Liverpool Hospital committed to innovation, staff development and continuous improvement.
* Contribute to a service that plays a vital role in supporting patients with complex surgical needs across South Western Sydney.
Are You the Right Fit?
You're someone who leads with integrity, communicates with confidence, and builds strong, respectful relationships. You enjoy supporting teams through change, solving problems using sound clinical judgement, and creating an environment where patients receive exceptional care.
We're looking for someone with:
* Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise safely in a fast paced surgical environment
* Effective communication and active listening skills to engage patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team
* A collaborative leadership style with the ability to mentor, motivate and manage staff performance
* Sound clinical expertise and critical thinking to guide evidence based practice
* A commitment to quality improvement, work health and safety, and risk management
* The ability to adapt, learn and apply new knowledge in a dynamic and evolving service
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
1. Can you describe a time you led a team through a challenging clinical period or operational change? How did you support staff, maintain care standards and manage performance issues if they arose?
2. Tell us about a complex patient care situation where your clinical judgement directly impacted the outcome. How did you use evidence based practice to guide your decisions?
If you'd like more details, we're here to help.
* Position Information
* Applicants will be assessedagainst the criteria in the Position Description.
* How to Apply
* Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
* Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
* We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-
* We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
* Aboriginal Workforce
* For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD- Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
* Financial Perks
* 12% superannuation
* Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
* Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
* One extra day off each month for full-time employees
* Work-Life Balance
* Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
* Paid maternity and parental leave
* Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
* Grow Your Career
* Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
* Health & Wellbeing
* Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
* Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
* Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
* Temporary visa holders
* May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
* Vaccination Requirements
* All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
* Child Safe Employment
* South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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