Nurse Unit Manager, Immunisation, Public Health

Employment Type - Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 80

Job Category - Management - Senior/Middle - Clinical

Req Id - 8567

Broaden Your Horizons

Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health in Victoria, Australia

• Advance your career with Victoria’s largest regional health service in this permanent full-time (80 hours per fortnight) leadership opportunity
• Lead a dedicated, high-performing team delivering essential community immunisation services across the region
• Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with monthly ADOs, 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) and generous salary packaging benefits.

About the role

The Immunisation NUM is a key role responsible for the co-ordination of the Barwon Health Immunisation Service. The role provides leadership and management of the service to the community. The Immunisation team works closely with the BSW PHU to support public health strategies and oversees the development, review and implementation of operational policies and procedures incorporating evidence-based practice. You will work within the guidelines as set out by the National Health and Medical Research Council and Guidelines and actively participate and support activities, which promote safe, effective and integrated services.

The role will be located at a primary location but may move to other Barwon Health locations depending on service delivery needs. The position will operate according to relevant legislation, Barwon Health policies, program and department guidelines.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a high-quality, evidence-based Immunisation Service, ensuring safe, person-centred care and compliance with relevant standards, legislation and best practice guidelines.
• Provide leadership, coaching and operational coordination of the Immunisation team, including workforce planning, staff development, performance management and clinical support.
• Drive continuous quality improvement, service development and change initiatives through audit, evaluation, education and evidence-based practice.
• Monitor service performance, resources, budgets and reporting requirements to ensure efficient, sustainable and effective service delivery aligned with Barwon Health objectives.

What we’re looking for

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) through AHPRA, with Immunisation Accreditation for Victoria and current CPR/Immunisation Emergencies certification.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in immunisation practice, including sound knowledge of NHMRC immunisation standards, relevant legislation and best-practice guidelines.
• Proven leadership and team management experience, with the ability to lead, motivate and support staff while coordinating service delivery and operational priorities.
• Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work flexibly in a dynamic environment and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction

• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

• Extensive professional development opportunities

• Attractive salary packaging benefits

• Living expenses capped at $9,010

• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at ***email_hidden***

All appointments are subject to

• Satisfactory Police Record Check

• Immunisation Status Clearance

• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact person: Deborah Kay

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0438016358

Application closing date: 21 June, 2026

Internal applicants

If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.