EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY SERVICES
NORTH METROPOLITAN HEALTH SERVICE (NMHS)
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Executive Summary
- Lead nursing and midwifery strategy, workforce capability and clinical excellence across a large, complex metropolitan health service.
- Partner at Executive level to drive integrated, high-quality, patient-centred care and organisational performance.
- Oversee governance, policy, and innovation, including digital health, aligned with system priorities and standards.
- Enjoy an exceptional lifestyle in Perth while shaping care delivery and influencing practice at scale across the WA health system.
THE OPPORTUNITY
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) provides timely access to high-quality health care, embracing acknowledged best practice to deliver improved clinical outcomes in the face of rising challenges for all healthcare providers. The NMHS comprises a mix of tertiary, specialist, and generalist hospitals. Our north metropolitan catchment area covers almost 1000 square kilometres. Our population represents about 28 per cent of Western Australia’s total and is projected to grow to more than 0.9 million by 2031.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of nursing and midwifery services across the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS).
We are seeking an exceptional nursing and midwifery leader for the role of Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services at the NMHS.
As the Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services, you will lead the design and commissioning of a new organisation‑wide model, strengthening alignment, workforce sustainability and standards of care across a large and complex health service.
THE ROLE
In this role, you will:
- Lead the development and implementation of a contemporary, organisation‑wide nursing and midwifery service model, including workforce design and service planning.
- Strengthen professional governance, clinical standards and interprofessional collaboration to improve patient outcomes.
- Lead the adoption of digital health and innovative models of care, including nurse‑led and midwife‑led models.
- Provide NMHS‑wide professional leadership and stewardship for nursing and midwifery practice, standards and performance.
- Build partnerships with academic, research and professional bodies to support education, research and capability development.
- Provide expert strategic advice to the Chief Executive and NMHS Board on clinical, workforce and service delivery priorities.
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Demonstrated success leading nursing and midwifery services across a large, complex health organisation, driving strategic reform and organisational performance.
- Proven ability to develop and implement contemporary workforce, service delivery and professional governance models that improve quality, sustainability and patient outcomes.
- Exceptional ability to engage, influence and develop multidisciplinary teams while building trusted relationships with executive leaders, clinicians, government and external partners.
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, safety, quality and regulatory frameworks, together with experience leading improvement and innovation across complex healthcare environments.
- Eligibility for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
HOW TO APPLY
The closing date for applications is Friday, 31 July 2026.
For a confidential discussion about the position, please contact:
Liz Hlipala
HardyGroup Principal Consultant
M. +61 (0)401 122 301
E. lhlipala@hardygroupintl.com
Alternatively, you can book a confidential discussion with:
Lynette Taylor
HardyGroup Executive Director, Search and Recruitment
M: +61 (0)431 293 861
E: ltaylor@hardygroupintl.com
NORTH METROPOLITAN HEALTH SERVICE (NMHS)
About us
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) is one of the largest health services in Western Australia, with three tertiary hospitals and two secondary hospitals, including:
- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
- King Edward Memorial Hospital
- Graylands Hospital
- Osborne Park Hospital
- Joondalup Health Campus.
Our highly skilled workforce includes more than 14,000 people dedicated to delivering sustainable, quality-health services.
We deliver a comprehensive range of adult specialist medical, surgical, mental health and obstetric services. Additionally, we offer a range of statewide and specialised multidisciplinary services from our hospital and clinic sites to people living across Western Australia, including:
- Dental Health Services
- Public Health
- State Forensics Mental Health Service
- BreastScreen WA
- Sexual Assault Resource Centre
- Cancer Network WA
- Genetic Health WA
Our medical research and education programs are well-renowned and support ongoing innovations in the treatment and care we provide. To support research, we collaborate with various partners to advance medical science and improve patient care.
Our values
In July 2024 the North Metropolitan Health Service Strategic Plan: Unleashing our Potential 2024 to 2027 (PDF) was launched.
The plan sets out our ambition and intent to be ‘a transformative leader, shaping the future of health care’. It reflects our collective aspirations and sets out our agenda for the next three years and beyond.
The strategic plan identifies six strategic objectives:
- 1.Driving excellence
- 2.Partnering with our communities
- 3.Advancing health equity and access
- 4.Becoming the best place to work
- 5.Building a sustainable future
- 6.Embracing innovation and research
The plan has been developed following an extensive consultation process with people across NMHS and our community.
The 2024-25 Annual Report (PDF) showcases our performance and achievements over the past financial year and provides insight into the breadth of services we deliver across Western Australia.
This report highlights the expertise, care, passion and innovation of our people, and the strategic programs underway to ensure our services meet the needs of our communities - today and into the future.
It also shows how we are meeting our strategic objectives and our vision of becoming a transformative leader, shaping the future of healthcare as well our continued focus on enhancing our services, delivering clinical excellence and providing a positive patient experience.
2025 At a Glance
NMHS - One team, many dreams
Role Specification
The Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services (EDNMS) is the Principal Nursing and Midwifery Officer for the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS). Provides strategic leadership and expert advice on professional, educational and research matters in the disciplines of nursing and midwifery.
Develops, fosters, and supports a nursing and midwifery culture aligned to NMHS values that promotes clinical excellence through education, professional development, research, and evidence-based practice.
Drives interprofessional collaboration with the Executive Director Medical Services and other executives to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred care.
As a member of the North Executive Team (NET), contributes to decision making on NMHS and whole of health issues and the achievement of NMHS performance objectives through the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans, policies and service delivery strategies.
NMHS-wide professional steward for nursing and midwifery, providing system-level leadership, consistency, and assurance across all NMHS sites/services and care settings.
1. Strategic Leadership and Accountability
- Provides strategic leadership and expert advice on nursing and midwifery services across NMHS.
- Leads professional governance, workforce strategy, innovation and digital transformation.
2. Communication and Consultation
- Builds strong partnerships with key stakeholders across the health sector and broader community.
- Promotes collaboration, engagement and aligned clinical leadership across NMHS.
3. Role Specific Responsibilities
- Develops and implements nursing and midwifery strategies, workforce initiatives and models of care.
- Ensures professional standards, regulatory compliance, service improvement and organisational change.
4. NMHS Values
- Demonstrates and promotes NMHS values through leadership, behaviour and decision-making.
- Fosters a culture of care, respect, innovation, teamwork and integrity.
5. Governance, Safety and Quality
- Ensures safe, high-quality and consumer-centred healthcare services.
- Maintains compliance with governance, legislative and organisational requirements.
6. Other Duties
- Undertakes additional responsibilities as directed by the Chief Executive.
For a detailed description of key accountabilities, please see the role description.
1. Executive Leadership
Demonstrated success leading nursing and midwifery services across a large, complex health organisation, driving strategic reform and organisational performance.
2. Strategic Service Transformation
Proven ability to develop and implement contemporary workforce, service delivery and professional governance models that improve quality, sustainability and patient outcomes.
3. Leadership, Influence and Partnerships
Exceptional ability to engage, influence and develop multidisciplinary teams while building trusted relationships with executive leaders, clinicians, government and external partners.
4. Clinical Governance and Service Excellence
Strong understanding of clinical governance, safety, quality and regulatory frameworks, together with experience leading improvement and innovation across complex healthcare environments.
5. Professional Registration
Eligibility for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
Desirable Selection Criteria/Qualifications
1. Tertiary qualifications in Nursing and Midwifery at degree or higher level.
2. Sound knowledge of the national and state health policy framework impacting on health service delivery in WA.
Reports to: Chief Executive
Positions Under Direct Supervision: Specific positions to be confirmed
FTE (role): ~200 (direct & indirect FTE)
Total Remuneration: $247,157 – $265,168 (incl. 12% super)
Location: Perth
Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 5 years, with the possibility of extension(s).
Classification: Health Executive Grade B – Health Professional:
Directorate: North Metropolitan Health Service - Executive
Division: Nursing and Midwifery Services
Budget (entity): $3.2B
Budget (role): TBC
Appointment Prerequisites
Appointment is subject to:
- Eligibility for registration with the WA Board of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia must be evidenced prior to commencement.
- Provision of the minimum identity proofing requirements.
- Successful Criminal Record Screening Clearance.
- Successful Pre-Employment Integrity Check.
- Successful Pre-Employment Health Assessment.
The closing date for applications is 4pm (AWST), Friday, 31 July 2026.
The closing date and time are system‑generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
The reference number to include in your application is H26_5537.
Note: Please Apply Online Directly Using the Apply Now Link (through the WA government recruitment system).
Your application must include:
- Cover letter (maximum three (3) pages) outlining your interest in the role
- Statement against the key Applicant Requirements listed in this advertisement
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing your experience and achievements relevant to the role (refer to the attached job description form)
- Referees – the names and contact details of two (2) referees, including at least one (1) current or recent direct line manager or supervisor. (You will be contacted to confirm referee details before any contact is made.)
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough 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 AWST business hours.
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Liz Hlipala
HardyGroup Principal Consultant
M. +61 (0)401 122 301
E. lhlipala@hardygroupintl.com
Lynette Taylor
HG Executive Director, Search and Recruitment
M. +61 (0)431 293 861
E. ltaylor@hardygroupintl.com
Living and Working in Perth
Perth sits at the heart of Greater Perth, home to around 2.6 million people—over three-quarters of Western Australia’s population. With continued growth expected, the city is projected to reach nearly 3 million residents by the early 2030s and around 3.5 million by 2050, cementing its place as one of Australia’s major capital cities.
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As Australia’s sunniest capital, Perth offers an unbeatable combination of career opportunities and laid-back living. With around 3,000 hours of sunshine each year, it’s easy to embrace an outdoor lifestyle while still enjoying all the benefits of a modern, thriving city.
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Getting Around and Staying Connected
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Public transport is reliable and straightforward, with trains, buses, and ferries linking the city to outer suburbs and coastal areas. Many locals also choose to drive, with relatively easy traffic compared to larger cities like Sydney and Melbourne.
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