Murrumbidgee Local Health District
Reference number REQ654843 Occupation Nurse Manager Work type Full-Time Location Riverina & Murray Salary Information $143851.1 - $146522.64 Closing date 01 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Requisition Number: REQ654843
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Manager - Grade 3
Remuneration: $143,851.10- $146,522.64, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Applications Close: 1 May 2026
Vaccination Category: A
Location: Leeton
A leadership opportunity in the heart of the Riverina.
Leeton Health Service is an integral rural facility within Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), delivering essential inpatient, outpatient and community-focused care to Leeton and surrounding communities. Enjoy Leeton’s vibrant regional lifestyle, known for its rich agricultural heritage, Art Deco charm, local cafés and strong community spirit — with easy access to Griffith (30 mins), Wagga Wagga (1.5 hrs), Canberra (2.5 hrs) and Melbourne (5 hrs).
About the Opportunity
As the Facility Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of nursing and other clinical and non-clinical support services at the facility level. The role ensures the delivery of safe, compassionate and person-centred care, through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care in collaboration with individuals and the multidisciplinary health care team, to achieve safe, high-quality care outcomes that meet the goals of each person at the facility. To, please review the Position Description
Our ideal candidate will: Hold current authority to practise as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA, with demonstrated capability consistent with Appendix 1 (Core knowledge and skills of Nurse Manager Grade
* of the Public Health System Nurses’ and Midwives’ (State) Award 2015.
* Demonstrate proven senior leadership and operational management experience, supported by qualifications in health management, health policy and planning, business or equivalent, or currently working towards relevant postgraduate qualifications.
* Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise, negotiate and influence effectively with clinicians, managers, staff, and key stakeholders, including demonstrated capability in conflict resolution.
* Demonstrate high-level computer literacy, including experience with health-related systems and a range of workforce and performance/analytics platforms.
* Provide evidence of successful achievement in financial and activity/service delivery management, including the ability to identify efficiencies, develop strategies and meet organisational performance targets.
* Demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire and manage teams, applying recognised change management principles to achieve service and organisational goals.
* Demonstrate sound understanding of, and experience with, accreditation requirements and the link between accreditation, clinical governance, and quality and safety improvement.
* Demonstrate experience managing a complex clinical service with competing demands relating to access, patient flow/throughput, workforce capability, and resource allocation.
* Hold a current Class C Driver Licence and demonstrate the ability and willingness to travel as required across MLHD, including driving long distances when necessary.
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.
* Competitive remuneration aligned with skills and experience
* Generous salary packaging up to $20,600 per annum tax-free, plus novated car leasing options
* Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
* Access to modern technology and innovative health services
* Comprehensive health and wellbeing support, including EAP, Fitness Passport and family-friendly initiatives
* Relocation Support: Assistance for interstate and overseas applicants may be considered.
How to Apply:
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Please contact Jane McGauley via if you have any questions about this role. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative. This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 1. You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
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