Hunter New England Local Health District Reference number REQ638063 Occupation Nursing Unit Manager Work type Full-Time Location Tamworth & North West NSW Salary $140,793.44 - $140,793.44 Closing date 15 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Make your mark in the future of Maternity & Paediatric Services at Armidale Hospital!
Remuneration: $140,793.44 per annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Armidale Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Lvl 3
Requisition ID: REQ638063
Applications Close: Sunday, 15th February 2026.
About the role:
Based at Armidale Hospital, we are looking for a dynamic, motivated Midwifery and Nursing Unit Manager (MNUM) to provide expert support to women and their families across the Maternity and Paediatric Units. On any given day, you will be running team meetings; managing the maternity and paediatric workforce through rostering and performance management; and promoting the existing positive team culture amongst the wards. If you're an experienced, dual registered midwife/ nurse ready to elevate your career in a role where no two days are the same, then look no further than Armidale.
You won't be working alone. The Maternity & Paediatric units at Armidale Hospital are small but close-knit teams that give a welcoming and supportive feel the moment you come into the wards. You'll be supported by the surrounding multi-disciplinary team within maternity and paediatrics, as well as the Deputy Director of Nursing and Director of Nursing. If you're an experienced Nursing leader looking to join a beautiful community where everyone lends each other a hand, look no further – Armidale Hospital is ready to welcome you!
Where you'll be working:
Armidale is the main hub of the New England High Country and one of Australia's most elegant regional locations, known for its 19th-century churches and heritage architecture. A graceful city of tree-lined streets, Armidale is a five-and-a-half-hour drive from Sydney and less than 90 minutes from Tamworth, with daily flights between Sydney and Armidale taking under an hour. The area is surrounded by beautiful forests, mountain gorges, national parks, and waterfalls, including Wollomombi Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in Australia.
Requirements:
Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA. Benefits:
The Welcome Experience: to help you settle into your new community
Collaborative team environment
Ongoing training and support
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent and temporary full-time or part-time vacancies.
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role-related queries or questions contact Michelle Whiteley | Michelle.Whiteley@health.nsw.gov.au
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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.