Lead a Regional Health Hub. Build Strong Teams. Deliver Real Impact.
Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is growing — and Jabiru is central to our regional vision. We’re seeking a clinically strong, people-focused Health Centre Manager to lead our Jabiru Health Centre team as it continues to evolve into a regional health hub supporting outreach, workforce development and integrated primary health care across West Arnhem.
This is more than a clinical management role — this is leadership.
The Opportunity
You will
• Lead and support a multidisciplinary remote primary health care team
• Provide strong clinical oversight and ensure safe, high-quality care
• Champion Aboriginal Health Practitioners as first-line providers
• Strengthen workforce capability, performance and team culture
• Coordinate visiting services and specialist programs
• Manage systems, budgets and quality improvement processes
• Represent Red Lily in community and regional forum
• Participation in a 24-hour on-call roster is required
About You
You are an experienced remote health professional who brings
• Extensive remote primary health care experience
• Strong clinical judgement and decision-making capability
• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams
• A genuine understanding of workforce, culture and team development
• Sound administrative and organisational skills
• Confidence engaging with community and stakeholders
The Role Includes
• Coordinating specialist and visiting services
• Ensuring effective PHC program delivery and portfolio oversight
• Supporting emergency responses when required
• Managing budgets, assets and clinical systems
• Leading quality improvement and Medicare compliance
• Contributing to community forums and stakeholder committees
• Supporting organisational planning and regional integration
• Participation in a 24-hour on-call roster is required
Essential Requirements
• Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Extensive remote area nursing experience
• Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary teams
• Deep understanding of Aboriginal health and cultural safety
• Solid administrative and IT capability
• NT driver’s license (or eligibility)
• Ochre Card, Police Clearance, Land Council permit eligibility
Postgraduate qualifications in Primary Health Care, Public Health, Emergency, Child Health, Mental Health or related fields are highly regarded.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary package + super
• On-call and call-out allowances
• Fares Out of Isolated Lands (FOIL) allowance
• Generous leave entitlements (7+ weeks + leave loading)
• Professional development leave
• Salary packaging up to $18,550
• Relocation assistance
• Fully furnished, air-conditioned accommodation (utilities included)
• A supportive executive team and strong organisational direction
• The opportunity to shape a regional health hub
Why Jabiru?
Jabiru offers a unique lifestyle immersed in culture and country. Located 255km east of Darwin, you’ll enjoy fishing, wetlands, national parks, and a strong, connected community.
But more importantly — you’ll be part of building something meaningful.
Ready to Lead?
If you are a clinically capable, strategically minded leader who believes strong teams create better health outcomes — we would love to hear from you.
Please attach a cover letter with your application addressing the essential selection criteria.
Applications will be assessed on submission and interviews scheduled accordingly.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
We hope to work together for better Health in West Arnhem. For more information on who we are and what we do please go to: https://redlily.org.au.
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