Lead. Influence. Make a visible difference.
Looking for a senior health leadership role where your decisions genuinely matter?
NSW Health is seeking an experienced Health Service Manager (Facility) to provide operational, clinical and people leadership at Walgett Health Service, part of Western NSW Local Health District.
This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of services, workforce performance, resource allocation and service delivery — ensuring safe, high-quality, patient-centred care for the Walgett community.
About the Role
As Health Service Manager, you will:
* Lead and support nursing, clinical and non-clinical teams through performance management, supervision and professional development
* Oversee operational planning, rostering, workforce profiles and skill mix to deliver safe and effective services within budget
* Drive quality improvement, change management and service development in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
* Ensure compliance with National Safety & Quality Health Service Standards, NSW Health policy and industrial frameworks
* Build on the current positive, resilient workplace culture in a complex rural health environment
This role suits a confident leader who can balance clinical excellence, people leadership and operational accountability, while working closely with the community.
Why Walgett?
Walgett is a close-knit rural town with a strong Aboriginal community presence and deep cultural significance. It has a young and not so young vibrant community who are very active in making the town an inclusive and supportive place to live. You'll meet people with vision and passion. Community goals are underpinned by a Walgett Shire Council who is driven by consultation, hosting a wide range of events and ongoing improvements to town facilities and amenities. This town has great coffee, several places for dinner and a really forward-looking vibe. You can read more about Walgett in our Walgett Community page.
Hospital leaders in Walgett are highly visible and highly valued, offering a rare opportunity to:
* Build trusted community relationships
* See the direct impact of your leadership decisions
* Lead services that are essential to the wellbeing of the region
Walgett hospital is also sought after by new nursing graduates wanting to start their career and experience a range of nursing specialties with a view for a career in emergency. Walgett has a reputation as a great place to begin a career in nursing. There are also several mother/daughter RNs working at Walgett, testament to the dynamic and supportive working culture within the team.
Relocating? We've Got You Covered
When you join Western NSW Local Health District, you'll have access to The Welcome Experience — a free NSW Government service supporting essential workers and their families moving to regional NSW.
Local Connectors can help with housing, schools and childcare, partner employment, social and community connections.
Relocating to Walgett doesn't mean doing it alone — you'll be supported every step of the way by The Welcome Experience. Learn more here.
What's On Offer
* $10,000–$20,000 rural incentive package
* Senior leadership role with autonomy and influence
* Opportunity to lead service improvement and reform
* Strong district and executive support
* A career move where leadership truly counts
If you're an experienced health leader ready to step into a role with visibility, responsibility and purpose, Walgett offers a career move that is both professionally and personally rewarding.
Apply now and lead health services where your work truly matters.