Perioperative services manager

Job description

Job Title: Perioperative Services Manager
Location: Gold Coast, QLD
Hospital Size: 314 Beds | 21 Operating Theatres
Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent
Applications Close: [Insert Date]

About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic and experienced Perioperative Services Manager to lead and inspire our high-performing surgical services team at a major private hospital on the stunning Gold Coast.
Reporting directly to the Director of Clinical Services, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of our 21-theatre perioperative suite, encompassing Pre-Admission, Anaesthetics, Scrub/Scout, Recovery (PACU), and CSSD departments.
This is a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care while driving continuous improvement and innovation across surgical services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and effective management of perioperative services across all 21 operating theatres
• Oversee clinical governance, quality improvement, and risk management initiatives
• Develop and maintain strong multidisciplinary relationships to support excellence in patient outcomes
• Manage departmental budgets, staffing, resource allocation, and theatre efficiency
• Champion staff engagement, training, and professional development
• Ensure compliance with national standards and accreditation requirements

About You
You are an experienced nurse leader with a passion for surgical excellence and a commitment to safe, evidence-based practice. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring a collaborative leadership style that inspires and motivates multidisciplinary teams.
Essential Criteria:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Extensive perioperative nursing experience with demonstrated leadership in a similar management role
• Postgraduate qualifications in Perioperative Nursing and/or Health/Business Management (desirable)
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and manage large-scale theatre operations
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Sound financial and resource management experience

Why Join Us?

• Work in a state-of-the-art surgical facility with a supportive executive team
• Enjoy a coastal lifestyle with world-class beaches, hinterland escapes, and vibrant local culture
• Access to ongoing professional development and leadership pathways
• Competitive salary package with salary sacrificing options
• Employee health & wellness programs

Apply Now
If you are a strategic leader ready to drive clinical excellence in perioperative care, we want to hear from you.
Email your application (CV & cover letter) to: Dave Harrold – [email protected]
For a confidential discussion, contact Dave on: 07 2800 7509