- Salary package up to $500k +
- Negotiated management allowance
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Surgery to lead Surgical and Perioperative Services at a major teaching and referral centre.
This place offers a rare combination of career impact and lifestyle where you can lead at a senior level, yet be minutes from world-class wineries, hiking trails, and coastline. No commute, no congestion just time back in your day.
Lifestyle
- Award-winning restaurants and cafés - renowned for farm-to-table dining
- Vibrant regional city with excellent schools, food, and culture
- Multiple daily direct short flights to Melbourne & Sydney
This is a rare senior leadership role combining:
- Strategic influence across a growing regional health service
- Clinical practice within your surgical specialty
- Oversight of surgical services, workforce, and operational performance
- Direct impact on training, research, and system-wide service delivery
Why This Role Stands Out
- True Leadership Impact – Lead and shape surgical services across a major regional referral hub
- Academic & Teaching Environment – Strong links with the University of Tasmania and specialist colleges
- Influence System-Wide Strategy – Contribute to statewide surgical planning and service development
- Supportive Executive Structure – Work within a values-driven, collaborative leadership team
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for Surgical Services
- Oversee theatres, day procedures, outpatient clinics, and perioperative care
- Drive clinical governance, safety, and quality improvement initiatives
- Lead workforce planning, supervision, and development of surgical teams
- Maintain active clinical involvement in your specialty
- Strengthen training pathways and postgraduate education programs
- Motor vehicle allowance($28,786 p.a.)
- CPD allowance($16,974 p.a.)
- Relocation supports up to $15,000
- Salary packaging + additional benefits
- Flexible leave, study leave, and professional development pathways
- Fellowship with Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (or equivalent)
- Eligible for specialist registration with AHPRA
- Proven clinical leadership and service management experience
- Strong commitment to education, governance, and quality improvement
Join a health system committed to:
- Evidence-based care
- Innovation and service redesign
- Building sustainable, high-performing teams
To APPLY
Expressions of interest can be sent to Nicki Wade at nickiw@ccjobs.com.au or contact Nicki directly on +61 401 010 048 for a confidential discussion.
- A cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role
- A current curriculum vitae (CV)
