Service Manager – Christchurch Hospital

Make a difference in healthcare leadership 

Are you an experienced leader ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping healthcare services? Christchurch Hospital is seeking a dynamic and driven Service Manager to join our team.

As a Service Manager, you will be responsible for the operational management of designated healthcare services, working closely with clinical and operational leaders to ensure high-quality patient care and service excellence. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.

We are open to candidates from a range of professional backgrounds and encourage applications from leaders with Allied Health, nursing, clinical, operational, or broader public sector experience.

We recognise that strong healthcare leaders come from many pathways. Whether your background is in Allied Health, nursing, clinical practice, operations, or another related sector, we value the unique perspectives and experience you bring. What matters most is your ability to lead people, manage complex services, and improve outcomes for patients, whānau, and communities.

About the role

•  Lead and support service teams to deliver exceptional patient care.

•  Oversee operational and strategic planning to drive efficiency.

•  Manage budgets, business planning, and financial performance.

•  Ensure service quality, risk management, and compliance with healthcare standards.

•  Develop and implement service improvement initiatives.

•  Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clinical leaders and healthcare providers.

•  Participate in a 24/7 on-call management roster.

You will bring

• A tertiary qualification in healthcare, business management, or a related field (or equivalent leadership experience).
• At least 5 years’ experience in a management or leadership role, ideally within healthcare or a complex service environment.
• Experience working within Allied Health or multidisciplinary clinical services, or the ability to demonstrate strong understanding of how these services operate within a hospital setting.
• Strong business and financial acumen, including budgeting, service planning, and performance management.
• Proven ability to lead and influence across professional groups, building trusted relationships with clinical and operational leaders.
• A commitment to cultural responsiveness and achieving equitable health outcomes for all, including Māori communities.
  

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
• We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click Apply Now.

Applications will be progressed as received.

Portfolios will be discussed with shortlisted candidates. If you are an experienced leader ready to contribute to world-class healthcare, we encourage you to submit your application.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact 

Lily Simons, Team Leader Recruitment.

Lily.simons@tewhatuora.govt.nz