General Manager - Cancer Services - Location Port Macquarie or Coffs Harbour

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5
Remuneration: $180,279 - $201,662
Hours Per Week: 40
Requisition ID: REQ691729
Advertising Closes: 24 September 2026

Be part of the Future of Cancer Care on the Mid North Coast

Are you a strategic and inspiring healthcare leader ready to make a lasting difference?

Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) is seeking an exceptional General Manager - Cancer Services to lead the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute (MNCCI), driving excellence in cancer care, innovation, clinical service delivery and system-wide improvement across our region.

In this influential executive leadership role, you will:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across cancer services

• Drive innovation and improvement aligned with the NSW Cancer Plan

• Lead high-performing multidisciplinary teams across multiple sites

• Strengthen access to cancer clinical trials and patient-centred care

• Build strong partnerships with clinicians, communities, Aboriginal health services and stakeholders

• Champion quality, safety, staff engagement and exceptional patient outcomes
   

Why MNCLHD?

At MNCLHD, we're committed to delivering outstanding healthcare while supporting our people to thrive. You'll enjoy:

• An enviable coastal lifestyle in Port Macquarie or Coffs Harbour

• A collaborative and values-driven leadership culture

• Opportunities to influence health service transformation

• The chance to improve outcomes for people living with cancer across our communities

• A strong commitment to Closing the Gap and culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

• If you're an accomplished senior leader with experience driving strategic change, leading complex services and delivering measurable outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
   

Join us and help shape the future of cancer care on the Mid North Coast.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact MNCLHD-WorkforceSupport@health.nsw.gov.au.

This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category B positions prior to offer. 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.