Associate Theatre Manager
Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital
Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital represents a fast developing private healthcare campus on Auckland's North Shore. One of four Southern Cross wholly owned hospital sites in the Auckland region, the North Harbour campus includes the only private surgical in-patient hospital on the North Shore.
Within our campus is the Northern Clinic which is home to a range of specialist consulting suites and treatment centres including endoscopy, cardiology services, cancer care, sports medicine and radiology.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We are looking for an Associate Theatre Manager to join our dynamic surgical team. This full-time role (Monday–Friday) is pivotal in providing clinical expertise and leadership to registered nurses within the perioperative department. Reporting to the Theatre Services Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of theatre services, ensuring safe, efficient, and patient-focused care that aligns with Southern Cross Healthcare’s vision and values.
You’ll work collaboratively across departments, manage resources and rosters, and lead a skilled team in a fast-paced environment. Success in this role requires resilience, adaptability, and strong communication skills, along with proven experience in leading teams. Your ability to mentor, coach, and foster a positive team culture will be key to driving clinical excellence and continuous improvement.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- Demonstrated leadership experience and ability in operational management within a perioperative environment.
- New Zealand Registered Nurse or Anaesthetic Technician with relevant clinical experience in scrub/circulating and/or PACU roles.
- Holds a current Annual Practicing Certificate with the appropriate New Zealand regulatory authority.
- Strong ability to work collaboratively across departments and build effective relationships with multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and mentoring skills to support team development.
- Proven resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced surgical environment.
- Sound knowledge of clinical standards, patient safety, and quality improvement processes.
- PDRP Level 4 (Expert) or commitment to achieving this level.
Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you
- Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package, relocation allowance, and employee referral bonus scheme.
- Health & Wellbeing: Funded health insurance, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and generous Christmas/New Year breaks.
- Flexibility & Growth: Flexible working arrangements and a Nursing Council of New Zealand-approved PDRP.
- Perks & Community: Discounts from a range of partners and the opportunity to join our Employee Network.
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:
- Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
- Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
- Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best.
We’re proud to bring together over 4,000 skilled professionals—including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians—working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health experts. Together, we’re one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most trusted healthcare providers.
Driven by a strong ‘for purpose’ ethos, we think beyond financial quarters—planning for generations to come.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.
If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation.
Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora
Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.
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