Wellington CBD
Ward Services Manager
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Listed
August 8, 2025
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Job Title
Ward Services Manager
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Location
Wellington CBD
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Job Type
Permanent
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Classification
Healthcare & Medicine
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Salary Range
$130,000 - $140,000 Yearly
Lead Ops at a cutting-edge private organisation! Join a dynamic team driving clinical excellence & strategic growth in a newly expanded facility.
- Flexible Hours - Find a Work-Life Balance That Suits You.
- Drive Strategies that Enhance Patient Care and Boost Operational Performance.
- Lead and Support a Diverse Team of Highly Skilled Healthcare Professionals.
About the Organisation
My client is a respected private healthcare organisation who deliver expert care across a variety of specialties including hospitals, maternity, rehabilitation, and oncology. They are known for fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative environment that supports both patients and staff to achieve the best outcomes.
The Role
This pivotal role will lead ward operations, ensuring high-quality, patient-focused clinical care and drive strategic initiatives that support ongoing growth and operational excellence.
You will manage budgets, staffing, and service delivery models to optimise efficiency while fostering a positive and collaborative team culture. The role requires partnership with consultants and multiple stakeholders to maintain and elevate standards of care in line with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and inspire ward teams to deliver exceptional clinical services and continuous improvement.
- Develop and implement strategic service plans aligned with organisational goals.
- Manage financial performance including budgets, reporting, and cost control initiatives.
- Oversee staffing models, rostering, and workforce planning to support flexible, sustainable work practices.
- Build strong interdisciplinary relationships with consultants, clinicians, and business partners.
- Champion health, safety, and wellbeing across all ward operations.
About You
- Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Nursing and a current Annual Practising Certificate.
- Minimum 3 years’ leadership experience in acute or surgical healthcare environments.
- Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and complex operational processes effectively.
- Skilled at identifying and implementing practical improvements that enhance service delivery.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a collaborative leadership style.
- Resilient, solution-focused, and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.
- Proficient with healthcare IT systems and Microsoft Office suite.
Why Apply?
Be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values integrity, compassion, collaboration, and innovation. You will be supported with your professional growth in a safe, diverse workplace while you play a key role in shaping healthcare delivery at a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.
If you're interested, click APPLY NOW and Khalid will be in touch with you.
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