Reference Number: [[id]] :  [[title]]  Employment Type: [[filter2]]  Location: [[custJobl]]   About Northern Health:  As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none. Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hourâs drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourneâs North is fast becoming the place to be.   Northern Health are seeking applications for a motivated and suitably experienced Operations Director, Medicine and Cancer Services to join the Division of Cancer and Medicine in a full time, ongoing position.  Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourneâs rapidly growing outer north.  Services are provided through our six main campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn and Mernda Community Hospitals Centres and Kilmore District Hospital. In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park, Mernda and Coburg.  About the Role: This role requires a senior operational leader with strong experience in managing complex healthcare environments and supporting strategic and service improvement initiatives across Medicine and Cancer services.  The Operations Director, Medicine and Cancer Services is responsible for supporting the planning, delivery and evaluation of operational and strategic initiatives within the Division of Cancer and Medicine. The role has a strong focus on patient flow, progression of care, capacity management, workforce performance and financial stewardship. Working closely with clinical leaders, executive teams and enabling services, the role supports safe, efficient and sustainable service delivery and improved patient outcomes.  To be successful in this role you will have: Experience in senior management roles within the healthcare sector, with demonstrated capability in managing complex operational environments across Medicine and Cancer services. Strong experience in financial management, including budget development, monitoring and resource optimisation. Demonstrated ability to support and implement quality, safety and service improvement initiatives in multidisciplinary healthcare settings. Proven ability to engage, influence and work collaboratively with clinical leaders, executive teams and key stakeholders at all levels. Demonstrated experience in project and program development, delivery and evaluation, including the application of change management methodologies. Sound understanding of clinical governance, risk management, compliance and digital systems A leadership approach that reflects and embeds Northern Healthâs values of Safe, Kind and Together  Next Steps . . .  If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.  For further details and essential criteria, please refer to the Position Description. Alternatively, you can contact Bec van de Paverd , Divisional Director, Medicine & Cancer Services via Rebecca.vandePaverd@nh.org.au  Applications close 26 January 2026.  Shortlisting will commence immediately for this vacancy. If an appropriate candidate is sourced, the advertising may close early, thus we advise you to apply right away. Why work at the Northern Health? NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits. Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new âThriveâ program Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support An inclusive and culturally safe space Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking Work with us! Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.
