Midwifery Unit Manager - Maternal Services

Lead the way in maternal and neonatal care at Maitland Hospital, where your expertise shapes outcomes for women, babies, and families in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Midwifery Unit Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $136,692.20 - $136,692.20 Per Year + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Maitland Hospital, Metford
Requisition ID: REQ538750
Applications Close: Sunday 5th January 2025

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer: 

• Orientation and handover plus ongoing support for education and professional development opportunities
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance 
• 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 family members 
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

About the role:

The MUM of Maternal services role is based within the Maternity unit of a Level 4 maternal services capability division, encompassing both inpatient and outpatient services. This position involves close collaboration with MUM of Perinatal Services and the NUM of Paediatric and Newborn services, sharing resources and expertise to provide optimal care. 

The Midwifery Unit Manager oversees clinical activities to ensure high-quality, person-centred care for women, neonates, and families. They manage resources to meet service and budget goals, ensure care follows legal and evidence-based standards, and promote collaboration within the healthcare team. The role includes managing workforce functions such as recruitment, development, and performance, as well as promoting safe work practices and continuous improvement. The manager acts as a liaison between senior management and frontline staff, fostering a positive, feedback-driven work environment and ensuring compliance with health policies and safety standards.

The role is supported by a Clinical Support Officer (CSO) and experienced unit managers, ensuring guidance in leadership and people management, as well as efficient resource utilisation. Comprehensive orientation and handover will be provided upon commencement, with ongoing support for professional development and role-specific education.


Where you’ll be working:

Maitland is a vibrant region rich in heritage, culture, and natural beauty, offering a range of attractions from museums and local vineyards to pristine waterways and beaches. Within a 30–40-minute drive, you can explore the beach, vineyards, Lake Macquarie, and the local airport, while the welcoming community offers plenty of opportunities to connect. Located just two hours north of Sydney, Maitland is a perfect blend of rural charm and easy access to urban conveniences.

Maitland Hospital is an acute facility offering a full range of acute care inpatient and outpatient services inclusive of Emergency, Intensive Care, adult inpatient, perioperative, oncology, renal, women and children services, outpatient clinics, dental, imaging and pathology services.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment 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. 

Requirements: 

Our successful candidate will possess the following: 

• Registered Midwife with current Authority to Practice with APRHA and with Post Graduate management Qualifications or demonstrated clinical management experience.

Want to know more? 

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Vanessa Fellows on vanessa.fellows@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious 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. Find out more 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.  
 
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