About the Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Manager – Community Health to lead a multidisciplinary team within the Pilbara Population Health Unit. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity where you will drive the delivery of high-quality, client-centred care while empowering individuals, families, and communities to take ownership of their health and wellbeing.

In this pivotal role, you will provide strong clinical and operational leadership across community health programs, guiding and developing a high-performing team while ensuring best practice, evidence-based care. You will oversee service delivery, manage resources, and contribute to strategic planning, all while fostering a collaborative and culturally responsive environment.

You will play a key role in shaping and delivering impactful health promotion and primary health initiatives, monitoring outcomes, and continuously improving services to achieve meaningful community health outcomes. With a focus on safety, quality, and innovation, you will apply advanced clinical expertise and sound judgement in complex situations, ensuring services meet the highest professional and legislative standards.

For further information about the role, please contact Angie Hankinson on 08 9144 7719 or angeline.hankinson@health.wa.gov.au

About You

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate strong clinical and leadership capability alongside a passion for community health.

Essential Criteria:

• Registered (or eligible for registration) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Proven experience in child and community health nursing
• Strong understanding of Primary Health Care principles and community development
• Demonstrated leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical abilities
• Experience working in cross-cultural environments, particularly with Aboriginal communities
• Current immunisation certificate and demonstrated experience delivering immunisation services
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation including equal opportunity, disability services, and workplace health & safety
• Desirable:
• Qualifications in health leadership or management
• Postgraduate qualifications in community health, maternal and child health, midwifery, or immunisation

Why choose WACHS Pilbara?

Financial & lifestyle benefits:

• Competitive salary + 12% super
• Attractive regional allowances including:
  • Additional North West paid leave
  • District Allowance
  •  Annual travel subsidy to connect to home
• Generous Salary Packaging benefits:
  • Up to $11,660 per annum on mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses, meals, entertainment and holiday accommodation
  • Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars on a car and associated expenses
• Subsidies including air-conditioning support
• Ongoing professional development and study support

Area Profile

Port Hedland is a dynamic coastal town in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, famous for its stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage and role as one of the world’s largest iron ore export hubs. Located about 1,500 km north of Perth, it offers a unique blend of career opportunity and lifestyle. With a population of around 14,000, Port Hedland boasts modern amenities, schools, health services and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy a year-round outdoor lifestyle, spectacular sunsets over the Indian Ocean and easy access to fishing, boating and camping adventures. Whether you’re looking for adventure or a family-friendly environment, Port Hedland delivers both.

How to Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/

Please provide the following information as part of your application:

• A detailed CV that clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria listed on the job description form.

• A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).

• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au  

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, and youth (24 years of age and under).

Application Instructions

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria on the attached JDF and provide a detailed resume and cover letter which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Diversity Statement

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.

Subsequent Vacancies

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED