Head of Division -Surgical and Ambulatory Services

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to building a healthcare system that serves all New Zealanders, grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. As the largest District Health Board in New Zealand, we serve a population of over 650,000 and employ more than 8,000 individuals. Our organizational values are encapsulated in our promise statement, "Best Care for Everyone," which inspires us to continuously improve and provide the highest quality of care to every individual and their family. About the Role We are seeking a Head of Division for Surgical and Ambulatory Services on a part-time basis (0.5 FTE). This critical position will build upon the significant progress made in recent years, particularly as we prepare for our new $320 million capital project, Totara Haumaru. This facility will serve as a center for minimally invasive and robotically assisted surgery. The Head of Division will play an essential role in ensuring that we continue to deliver high-quality clinical practice and patient care while utilizing our state-of-the-art 150-bed, 8-theatre facility. We are looking for an aspiring leader to join us during this exciting phase of our evolution. About You As a Senior Clinician with a recognized standing in your area of expertise, you will possess a strong desire to enhance the clinical reputation of our organization. You will be a credible leader with experience in healthcare operational strategy, holding high expectations for quality and efficiency. Your background should include mentoring, compassion, and operational governance, as well as strategic experience. In this role, effective engagement with key internal and external stakeholders will be essential to drive our services forward. We foster an environment where every individual matters, encouraging innovation, and supporting you in the development of a world-class model for clinical practice and quality improvement. Benefits This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and re-engineer clinical services. You will have a significant influence on current and future practices. Additionally, you will receive executive support to further develop your advanced leadership skills while maintaining a clinical, research, or academic role. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace diversity and inclusivity within our workforce, ensuring we are better positioned to understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click "apply now." If you have any questions regarding the role, please reach out to Ben Bradley, Senior Recruitment Consultant, at ben.bradley@tewhatuora.govt.nz or call 027 458 1600. To view the position description, please click here. Job code: WDHB20039 Closing date: 25th July 2025