Midwifery Manager - Incentives Offered

About this role

Lead. Innovate. Empower. Shape the future of Maternity Services at Tamworth Hospital. Remuneration : $158,236.73 - $161,174.38 per annum + 12% super + salary packaging  Location : Tamworth Hospital | Kamilaroi/ Gomeroi Nation Employment Type : Temporary Full Time until December 2027 Position Classification : Midwife Manager Grade 3 Requisition ID: REQ681450 Applications Close : Sunday, 16 th August 2026.

About the role:  Join the dedicated Maternity Services team at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital and make a meaningful difference to women, babies and families across our region. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic service, influence the delivery of high-quality, woman-centred care and help shape the future of maternity services. No two days are the same in this rewarding leadership role. You will work closely with midwifery, medical and multidisciplinary teams to support daily operations, workforce planning, clinical safety and service performance. You will provide visible leadership, support and develop staff, respond to emerging priorities and lead improvements that enhance care for women, babies and families. You won’t be working alone. The successful applicant will receive a comprehensive orientation and supported transition into the role, including introductions to key teams, services and organisational systems. They will be supported by the Director of Nursing and Midwifery, senior nursing and midwifery leaders, and the broader multidisciplinary team. As our next Midwifery Manager of Birthing Services, You Will:

⭐ Be an approachable and experienced leader who is passionate about maternity care and can inspire and support a diverse team ⭐  Have strong communication, sound clinical judgement, accountability, collaboration and the ability to manage competing priorities. ⭐  Feel a genuine commitment to woman-centred care, staff wellbeing and a positive workplace culture is non-negotiable. Where you'll be working:  Tamworth Hospital is the principal referral hospital for the northern sector of Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), servicing a population of over 180,000 people. As a major rural referral facility, Tamworth Hospital provides a wide range of specialist services, including emergency, medical, surgical, maternity, critical care, mental health, rehabilitation, and outpatient services.

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What we can offer you: ✅ You may qualify for a  $20,000 sign-on bonus  if you have moved (evidence required) from  MM1-2 (metro) location , interstate or internationally to work in our district. If you do not meet this criteria, attraction incentives  of up to $10,000  may apply*.  Retention incentives of up to  $10,000  after 12 months of service may also apply. For eligibility criteria and more information:  Midwifery sign-on bonus.   ✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero  ✅ Proximity to shopping and other services  ✅ 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 Worklife 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

Requirements:

Registered Midwife with current Authority to Practice with APRHA, as well as relevant post grad qualifications in clinical leadership or management and recent post registration clinical experience

Additional information: 1) 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. 2) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. 3) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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For role related queries or questions contact Carolyn Heise | Carolyn.Heise@health.nsw.gov.au       Information for Applicants:

* Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme . For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au .

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

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This is a Category A position . Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with  NSW Health policy directive  PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific 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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