Clinical Midwife Manager – WA Country Health Service
Are you an experienced Clinical Midwife looking for an exciting opportunity to lead an exceptional team in a vibrant regional setting? Join us at the Western Australian Country Health Service (WACHS) in Kalgoorlie, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of maternity services for our community.
As the Clinical Midwife Manager, you will manage the services, operations and resources of the Maternity Unit, ensuring we meet both WACHS requirements and the diverse needs of the regional population. You will provide clinical leadership, oversee standards of midwifery and neonatal nursing practice, and ensure the provision of safe, effective, and efficient client care.
Ideal Candidate & Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in managing Maternal and Newborn Services, including financial and clinical resource management.
- Proven ability to drive complex change management processes and lead a team effectively.
- Highly developed verbal, written, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and evaluation skills to facilitate creative solutions to sensitive challenges.
- Familiarity with contemporary quality and risk management principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a multi‑disciplinary team within the Maternity and Assessment Unit, Birth Suite, Special Care Nursery, and Antenatal Clinic.
- Develop and implement operational plans to utilise human, financial and physical resources effectively, in line with regional priorities.
- Provide advanced patient care, management, expert consultancy, and support both within and beyond the hospital setting.
- Foster a culturally sensitive environment that supports Aboriginal and other culturally diverse backgrounds.
- Initiate quality improvement, risk management and change management strategies to enhance services.
- Oversee staffing, rosters and the recruitment and orientation of recent staff to ensure delivery of high‑quality care.
Advantages
- Paid Study Leave
- Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
- Up to $9,010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses
- Up to $2,650 on meals and entertainment
- Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre‑tax vehicle expenses
- Flexible working and leave arrangements
- Professional Development opportunities
- 12% Superannuation Guarantee
Application Instructions
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria no longer than 2–3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
For assistance with the online application, contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 during business hours.
About the Region
The Goldfields region of the WA Country Health Service covers the Goldfields‑Esperance Region of Western Australia, spanning 770,488 sq km. The region includes the Kalgoorlie & Esperance health campuses and other hospitals. It is culturally rich, with 16 distinct Aboriginal language groups and an Aboriginal population representing 12.3 % of the total. The region supports diverse industries including mining, agriculture, aquaculture and tourism.
About WA Country Health Service
Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services from large regional centres to small remote communities.
Our vision is to be a global leader in rural and remote healthcare.
Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are and how we provide care.
Diversity Statement
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, and youth (24 years of age and under).
Other Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Applicants will undergo criminal record screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.
Completion of a satisfactory Pre‑Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is required. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Any submissions made after 16:00 will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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