Health Centre Managers

Sunrise Health Services Aboriginal Corporation – Katherine NT

Are you a dedicated or aspiring Health Centre Manager ready to make a real impact on remote Aboriginal communities in the NT?

Highly attractive salary package with salary packaging, leave loading, RATA payments & relocation assistance!

Amazing work/life balance – 6 weeks annual leave plus regular FOIL to explore the unique Australian outback and spend time at home with family and friends.

Rewarding leadership role with opportunities for growth and development.

About Us Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (SHSAC) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation.

We provide primary health care services across nine communities, operating from six health centres across 45,000 square kilometers in the Big Rivers region of the NT. The Sunrise footprint covers Aboriginal communities with some of the most untouched, beautiful landscapes to explore, where locals are welcoming and generous in sharing their culture.

Sunrise now has multiple opportunities for experienced or aspiring Health Centre Managers to join our dedicated teams across a number of remote communities in the Big Rivers region.

The Role As a Health Centre Manager, you’ll report to the Clinical Operations Manager and lead a multidisciplinary health team in delivering high-quality, culturally safe healthcare. You will oversee day‑to‑day operations, strengthen integrated care delivery, and build the capacity of Aboriginal Health Practitioners (AHPs) and Indigenous staff.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective primary healthcare services.

Oversee clinical operations, planning, portfolio management, pharmacy and consumables.

Manage health centre assets and resources to ensure smooth operations.

Mentor, support, and train staff to deliver culturally safe healthcare.

Collaborate with internal and external partners to improve health outcomes.

Participate in the emergency on‑call roster and support after‑hours responses.

Foster an inclusive, supportive environment for both staff and patients.

What You’ll Bring

Registration with AHPRA as a General Nurse or Aboriginal Health Practitioner.

Broad experience in comprehensive primary healthcare with advanced clinical skills to work effectively in remote settings.

Commitment to the values of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and respect for Aboriginal culture.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to supervise, mentor, and inspire diverse teams.

Understanding of Aboriginal health issues, health inequality drivers, and NT health legislation (desirable).

Resilience, adaptability, and a collaborative approach to achieving positive outcomes.

Compliance Requirements (or willingness to obtain)

National Criminal History Check (non‑adverse)

OCHRE clearance

Acceptable vaccination status for working with vulnerable people in the NT

Australian working rights

Why Join Us? This is a truly rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Aboriginal people while enjoying the benefits of living and working in remote NT communities.

Benefits include:

6 weeks annual leave + 18% leave loading

15 days personal leave

Paid study leave and ongoing professional development support

Generous salary packaging options to maximise take‑home pay

Relocation assistance

RATA payments

Supportive leadership team and dedicated colleagues

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