Lead clinical operations across remote Aboriginal communities

Manage and support Health Centre Managers in a key leadership role

Salary from $130K salary package + super & 6 weeks leave

Based in Katherine, NT with regular travel to communities

About Us

Sunrise Health Service is a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation based in Katherine, Northern Territory. We provide culturally safe, high-quality primary health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across the Big Rivers region through a network of remote clinics and multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to strengthen community health and well-being through accessible, locally driven care. By empowering Indigenous voices and fostering community-first leadership, Sunrise continues to lead health reform and drive meaningful impact across the region.

Our Values

At Sunrise Health Service, our core values shape everything we do:

Commitment to Aboriginal community control and health equity

Open-mindedness blending cultural traditions with best-practice care

Honesty, Efficiency, and Respect in how we work

Education to grow future Indigenous leaders

About the Opportunity

Sunrise Health Service is hiring a full-time Clinical Operations Manager, based in Katherine, NT.

Reporting to the Executive Manager, Clinical Operations, you'll support Health Centre Managers to deliver safe, effective services across multiple remote communities.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Supporting and mentoring Health Centre Managers across remote clinics

Overseeing recruitment, rostering, and onboarding of health staff

Leading continuous improvement and compliance activities

Working with clinical teams to maintain best-practice service delivery

Supporting internal systems, including Communicare and business planning

Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders

Helping create a positive and culturally safe workplace

About You

To be successful, you'll need experience managing clinical teams or remote health services. While AHPRA registration as a Nurse or Aboriginal Health Practitioner is highly regarded, candidates with strong management experience in primary health or similar settings are welcome to apply.

You’ll also need:

A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel

A clear understanding of remote community health or the ability to learn

Strong communication and people management skills

Experience in quality improvement or accreditation processes

A collaborative, flexible, and hands-on approach

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading teams, improving services, and working closely with the community.

The Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary starting from $130,000 plus:

6 weeks annual leave + 18% leave loading

15 days personal leave + 10 study leave days

Travel allowance + vehicle access for work travel

Relocation support available (non-sponsored)

Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you're ready to make an impact in remote healthcare and grow your leadership career, apply now!